Police target Ipswich businesses in multi-agency operation

Why it matters: Police say the operation focused on organised crime, illicit trade, exploitation, and related criminality.

The details: Officers were seen inside T & A Nails Spa, at Sailmakers Shopping Centre, and around the area.

• Police cars and vans were parked on Lloyds Avenue.
• A Home Office Immigration Enforcement van was seen on Tower Street.
• Police have not named the businesses targeted in the operation, and information about the number of arrests, if any, is not known at this time.

What they're saying: A Suffolk Police spokesperson said: "Officers are involved in a pre-planned operation in Ipswich today alongside partners from Trading Standards, Immigration Enforcement and the fire service.

"Police and partners are targeting a number of businesses, focusing specifically on organised crime, illicit trade, exploitation and associated criminality."

The bottom line: A multi-agency operation has targeted businesses in Ipswich today, with police focusing on organised crime and exploitation. Further details, including whether any arrests were made, are yet to be released.

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