Police arrest over 600 in crackdown on phone theft gangs in north London

Over 600 people have been arrested in a police operation targeting phone theft gangs in north London. The crackdown focused on Finsbury Park, where stolen mobile phones are believed to be stored and sold. Police executed search warrants at three shops linked to criminal activity, resulting in seven arrests. The operation is part of a broader initiative to reduce violent crime and improve safety in the area. Since December 2023, police have increased patrols and conducted multiple raids, seizing weapons, drugs, and stolen phones. Crime statistics show a significant decrease in violent crime and robbery in Finsbury Park.