The Metropolitan Police conducted a large-scale operation involving 800 officers that resulted in the arrest of 17 people across London and four counties. The raids targeted 24 homes and are linked to a crime syndicate associated with suspected gangster David Hunt, known as "Long Fella." The operation represents a significant enforcement effort against organised crime in the region.

The arrested individuals, ranging in age from 26 to 65 years old, face various charges including participation in organised crime group activities, money laundering, tax evasion, false accounting, and conspiracy to commit grievous bodily harm. One suspect was arrested in connection with the stabbing of a police officer. The charges reflect the wide scope of the investigation, with most arrestees facing multiple allegations related to financial crimes and violent offences.