Two arrested in £20k drug swoop
TWO men were arrested for drugs and money laundering offences, with £20,000 worth of drugs seized.
Police acting on intelligence entered a property on Derby Street, Rochdale, at around 9am on Tuesday, November 5.
As part of the operation, two men were arrested on suspicion of committing drugs and money laundering offences part of as
Greater Manchester’s Programme Challenger – a dedicated partnership set up to tackle serious and organised crime across the region.
A 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of class A drugs and has since been released on bail.
A 24-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of class B drugs namely cannabis and money laundering and has since been released under investigation.
During the arrests, GMP said three cars were seized as well as a large amount of cannabis with a street value of around £20,000 and £5,000 in cash.
PC Balkwell, from the Programme Challenger Team, said: “On Tuesday we arrested two people which is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the officers who have been working tirelessly as part of the Op Challenger team.
“I hope that these arrests reassure members of the public that we are committed to bringing those who willingly participate in such criminality to justice.
“Organised crime causes significant harm to individuals and has a devastating effect on communities.
“I would like to stress that continuing to tackle the influx of drugs in the area will remain a top priority for GMP.
“I would also urge anyone with concerns or information to please get in touch with police as this is still a very much ongoing investigation.”
Anyone with any information or concerns about drugs should speak to police by contacting 101.
Reports can be made anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.