Derbyshire man who was named one of UK’s most wanted arrested in Belgium
He was arrested on Friday.
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A man from Derbyshire who was named by police as one of the UK's most wanted has been arrested in Belgium.
33 year old Spencer Dillon Lamb from Swadlincote was detained in Brecht yesterday.
He is being questioned on suspicion of cultivating and supplying class A drugs.
Rachael Blood, from Derbyshire Constabulary’s International Liaison Office, said: “Lamb was wanted for a number of serious offences dating back several years.
“His capture should serve as a warning to other offenders that just because you leave the country – doesn’t mean you will evade justice.
“All police forces in the UK and overseas are in regular communication, we share information and work closely together in order to bring offenders to justice.”
NCA Director General Operations Rob Jones said: “The arrest of the 100th fugitive is a landmark success for the NCA and our partners, and demonstrates our ongoing commitment to tracking down those wanted by UK law enforcement.
“My message to the remaining names on our list is that we will not stop looking for you, and you can never rest easy, wherever you are.”
Lord Ashcroft, founder and chair of the independent charity Crimestoppers, said: "Reaching 100 arrests is a major milestone for Op Captura and I'm delighted at the campaign's continued success.
“With the public's help, and as we mark Operation Captura's 20th anniversary, I'd like to thank our partners at the NCA and police in Belgium. This result is a testament to their determination.
“Remember: if you know the whereabouts of any of the remaining 10 fugitives, please speak up anonymously via our charity. There's no comeback and your information could help make all the difference in keeping communities safe."