<p><em>Lethal Response</em> follows the aftermath of an epic and bloody battle. Law enforcement headed by Major Paul Stafford, destroyed a huge drug smuggling and people trafficking ring, in an operation code named, <em>TRASHED</em>.</p><p>Stafford¿s previous success in smashing international terrorist groups and criminal gangs have seen him and his crew seconded to Hampshire Constabulary.</p><p>The police are jubilant; they feel they have gained the upper hand.</p><p>But without evidence to charge anyone with the horrific murder of his long term sergeant and friend, and the cold blooded shooting of an innocent colleague, Stafford feels he¿s failed.</p><p>He determines to do whatever it takes to hunt the killers down.</p><p>Crime bosses are fighting back. Witnesses are being killed to stop them from testifying ¿ Stafford¿s colleagues and friends continue to be targeted.</p><p>Stafford is desperate to protect the people he cares about. And bring the crime lords and their hitmen to justi