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Photos released by police show some of the drugs, cash and illegal weapons seized in dawn raids across South London.

Police swooped on 40 properties in Croydon , Wandsworth and Lewisham first thing this morning (September 18).

Seven commercial premises along South Norwood High Street were searched during the operation.

Further nearby properties were searched on Holland Road, Ingastone Road and Portland Road.

The raids form part of the Met Police's ongoing crackdown on violence and the supply of drugs and weapons in the capital.

(Image: Met police)

A number of firearms were recovered as well as a stun gun.

Officers also seized around £50,000 in cash during the operation.

(Image: Met police)

Large amounts of Class A and B drugs were also recovered.



The full list of addresses of raided properties has not yet been released by police.



(Image: Met police)

But Detective Chief Inspector Dan O’Sullivan said: "This morning’s operation is the culmination of an 18-month investigation by my officers.

"We have worked tirelessly to identify those believed to be involved in gang activity, supply of firearms, drug supply and violence across the south of London and I am pleased with the results of this activity.

(Image: Met police)

"We will continue to work closely with our colleagues [in different boroughs] and in other specialist units across the Met to identify and apprehend those intent on, or considering, committing acts of violence."

(Image: Met police)

At least 25 people are reported to have been arrested in the raids.

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Did you witness any of the raids taking place? You can send pictures or information to charlie.jones@reachplc.com.