Multiple arrests during domestic violence police operation (From Haringey Independent)

Multiple arrests in Haringey during police domestic violence crackdown Operation Athena

2:24pm Friday 30th November 2012 in News By Hermione Wright

Police targeting those behind domestic and racial abuse have raided homes throughout Haringey.

A total of 22 people have been arrested in the borough since Monday in connection with domestic or racially aggravated assault or harassment. 

The arrests are part of Operation Athena, which has led to more than 300 arrests across the city in the past five days. 

Haringey Borough Commander Sandra Looby said: "I want to reassure anyone affected by hate crime and domestic abuse or violence that we want to help you find a safer future.

"Please, speak out. I urge people - including friends and family of those involved - to tell us what is happening so that we can help them get the right support, as well as taking action to bring those responsible to justice."