POLICE Commissioner Allister Guevarro has again issued a stern warning to individuals involved in illegal quarrying and mineral processing to "cease and desist."

In a statement on November 21, Guevarro said, “I will like to take this opportunity to warn the persons involved in this illegal enterprise, which has long been fuelling homicides, extortion and gangs, to cease and desist.

“Those involved in these acts have sought to portray themselves as victims, but the facts are clear, as they were engaged in criminal activity that robs the nation of its resources and fuels organised crime.”