Three arrests in modern slavery operation

Two men and a woman have been arrested and £70,000 seized in North Lincolnshire and South Yorkshire during an operation to tackle modern slavery and exploitation.

Humberside Police said six properties - a mix of homes and businesses - were raided in Scunthorpe, Brigg and Doncaster on Wednesday.

Det Sgt Richard Kirk said: "These days of action are important and form part of our ongoing commitment to ensure slavery, and exploitation of people in our communities, and other criminality associated with crimes of this nature, is prevented, as well as raising awareness of the issues around slavery and exploitation."

The force said all three suspects remain in custody, as investigations continue.

In Scunthorpe, a man was arrested in Ferry Road on suspicion of money laundering and forced labour, while a woman was arrested in Crowberry Drive on suspicion of money laundering and forced labour.

In Doncaster, a man was arrested at a business premises on suspicion of exploitation, human trafficking, forced labour, money laundering, theft, and criminal damage. The street was not named.

As well as the cash, officers seized a number of digital devices, paperwork and identity documents.

The force said it was supported by North Lincolnshire Council and South Yorkshire Police.

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