The St. Ann Police are sending a stern warning to criminals to stay out of the parish.

This after seven persons were arrested in Hartlands Estate, Priory, this morning (February 10), following the seizure of lottery scamming paraphernalia during a joint police/military operation.

Speaking with Irie Fm News, Head of the St. Ann Police Division, Senior Superintendent Dwight Powell, said if criminals come to the parish they will be caught.

He said charges are expected to be laid against those arrested, soon.