South Yorkshire criminals hampered by festive ruse
Wanted criminals were duped into arrest after falling for the promise a free Christmas hamper.
South Yorkshire Police sent a card from a fictitious company to those wanted for arrest, saying they had been specially selected to receive a hamper.
In order to receive it they were required to book a delivery slot with the fake firm, but when the knock came they were met by officers.
The force said 21 people were arrested as a result of Operation Holly.
Those arrested on 18 and 19 December were wanted in relation to charges including supplying an illegal article into prison, dangerous driving, drink-driving, assault and fraud.
Det Ch Insp Lee Berry said the force would continue to "explore new avenues" to catch wanted criminals.
He added: "Sending officers to addresses where wanted people no longer reside is a drain on valuable police resources."