Arrests in drugs raids

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13 arrested in raids

A number of people were arrested on suspicion of supplying Class A drugs on Thursday morning (15 February) when police officers carried out raids in Rochdale, Crumpsall, Harpurhey and Salford.

12 men and a woman are in custody and a significant amount of Class A drugs have been seized.

GMP’s Chief Inspector Paul Walker, said: “The past three weeks of action are the result of months of hard work investigating organised crime in the area.

“Today’s arrests show our absolute commitment to tackling the issue of drugs on our streets and protecting our communities.  

“I would like to thank the public, as without people sharing information about drugs in their area, we could not have carried out such an extensive operation.

“Please continue to let us know about any suspicious activity at the earliest possible opportunity- today’s action shows just how seriously we take these reports.”

Anyone with information should contact police on 101 or through the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.