Monday the 14th January saw the launch of West Area Basic Command Unit’s Operation Stallion. The Operation will run for 12 weeks and seek to prove the concept of a dynamic Interceptor Team in support of Emergency Response Policing.

Equipped with 3 BMW high powered vehicles and a Volvo with 4x4 capability, our officers will be directed to target problem areas and focus on high risk offenders to proactively disrupt criminality.

West Area BCU Commander, Chief Superintendent Paul Martin said “The team enables 24/7 capability for dynamic response to emerging threats and high risk issues that are affecting our community. The officers were selected form Emergency Response for their outstanding performance and aptitude for the task. “