Two people were arrested this morning (May 21) in connection with the attempted murder of a 16-year-old who was shot in the back in Marsh Farm.
Armed police officers executed warrants in Glaisdale and Cannon Lane in Luton at 6am and arrested an 18-year-old and a 24-year-old.
Properties in Acworth Crescent and Pomeroy Grove were also searched and a quantity of what is thought to be Class A drugs was recovered.
The arrests are in connection with the shooting on May 11, and also relate to other incidents in the west of the town.
DCI Dave Quarmby said: “Each arrest is significant as it sends a clear and vital message that Bedfordshire Police will not tolerate gun crime on our streets and we are fully committed to tackling this problem head on in a proactive and robust way. We still need the people involved to put pen to paper in order that we can detect and bring to an end this increase in violence that the town is currently experiencing.
“By co-ordinating all the firearm related investigations in this way we continue to build better intelligence and information about who is carrying guns and intensify our resolve to arrest and bring to justice those involved. As you know, we will do this much more quickly if we have the support of our local community.
“I will remind everyone that we have measures in place to assist those in coming forward if they feel scared or vulnerable. A cash reward also remains in place for anyone who can give information that will lead to the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in gun crime.”
Luton Borough Council Leader Hazel Simmons said the carrying and use of weapons in Luton will not be tolerated.
Anyone with information should call Bedfordshire Police on 101, or text information to 07786 200011.
Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.