Echo Taskforce detectives, Wodonga police and the NSW Police Gangs Squad raided 10 properties on Tuesday morning connected to members of the Black Uhlans and Gypsy Jokers.

Nine of the warrants were executed in Wodonga and one in Albury, at a combination of residential and business premises.

The two investigations led to this day of action in the area by police.

The people arrested were a 54-year-old Wodonga man, 52-year-old Wodonga man, 39-year-old Wodonga man, 28-year-old West Wodonga man and 22-year-old West Wodonga woman.

Police also seized items from the properties including firearms, drugs and cash.

Detective Acting Inspector Stuart Bailey said the operation highlighted Victoria Police’s strong commitment to investigating the criminal activities of OMCG across the state.

“Outlaw motorcycle gangs don’t only operate in our major cities, they also have a criminal presence in our regional centres,” he said.

“Police will continue to put pressure on these groups wherever they exist, to target those willing to engage in organised crime and to deter, disrupt and thoroughly investigate their criminal activities.

“We know these groups have long histories of engaging in a range of crimes, particularly those linked to firearms, and the indiscriminate nature of their crimes presents a significant risk to the community.

“This is above and beyond the harm they already do our communities through manufacture and trafficking of drugs.

“Those involved in OMCGs can rest assured Victoria Police will do everything possible to ensure they are held accountable for their actions.

“Police are not intimidated by these groups and we won’t allow our communities to be.”

Anyone with information about OMCG activity is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report to www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.