AN UPDATE was given after shotguns, crossbows and champagne were seized yesterday by police. 

Gloucestershire police raided a site in Naas Lane, Gloucester yesterday morning. 

Two shotguns were found, along with a dismantled firearm, as well as two loaded crossbows.

A number of items of stolen property was also recovered, including a stolen vehicle, three high value electric bikes, electrical equipment and 300 bottles of champagne.

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Animal welfare officers from the RSPCA and Stroud District Council were brought on to the site after 11 dogs were found.

At least three are suspected stolen while a fourth is being reunited with its family.

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Police update 

Police and Crime Commissioner Chris Nelson, who joined the operation said, “It was impressive to watch the Constabulary in action."

"With around 100 officers involved, including multiple armed units, 20 deployment vehicles, with specialist search teams and dogs, plus drones, we do not see many operations of this size and complexity within Gloucestershire, and it was very reassuring to see this range of capabilities on hand. 

"It was conducted very professionally and with great precision. 

"Our officers searched with sensitivity, explaining everything to the community, but with firm determination to identify any firearms and weapons on site, wherever they were concealed, and take them out of circulation permanently.  

"A really excellent day’s work for the police and our wider community.”  

“I have been very clear that I expect the streets of Gloucestershire to be safe for law- abiding citizens, and for criminals to know that we will not tolerate their activities in our County.

"Operations like this are an excellent demonstration of that commitment in action. It’s a very good day’s work for the police and our wider community.”