Police found a cannabis plantation in a house in Parc Gwernfadog
POLICE have arrested 38 people and carried out drugs raids at addresses across Swansea and Port Talbot
The day-long blitz saw South Wales Police teaming up with officers from the National Crime Agency.
As well as targeting suspected drug dealers and suppliers, the operation saw a number of on-the-run so-called "priority suspects" - who were wanted for offences including assault, harassment and theft - tracked down and arrested.
Drugs warrants were executed at properties in the Penlan, Townhill, and Port Talbot, with officers seizing a quantity of drugs.
In a separate raid, a house in Parc Gwernfadog was searched, and a 46-year-old man arrested.
South Wales Police acting inspector Elaine Davies said: "The operation was about sending a message that we will pursue those involved in criminal activity and act on the information the public gives us.
"The public are our eyes and ears and are essential partners in the fight against all kinds of crime.
"Operations such as this one enhance our abilities to act upon the different concerns of local communities."
"In addition, officers involved in the operation also carried out high visibility patrols in priority areas."
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The operation began at 7am on Wednesday and continued overnight into Thursday.
A similar operation in July saw 25 people arrested for a rage of offences including domestic violence, theft, drugs, and skipping bail
As well as local officers and PCSOs, the operation involved specialist search teams, territorial support officers — experts at forcing entry to properties — police dogs and handlers, special constables and crime prevention officers.
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