£250,000 worth of heroin seized

An estimated £250,000 worth of heroin has been seized after raids on addresses in Rochdale today (Friday 26 April).

Four warrants were executed at addresses on Oswald Street, Hamer Lane and Selby Street.

A man on suspicion of possession of class A drugs with the intent to supply. He remains in police custody for questioning and further inquiries are ongoing.

Rochdale North Neighbourhood Inspector Umer Khan said: “Drugs are the scourge of our community. Residents have told us how concerned they are the effect drugs can have on the local area. We take their concerns very seriously and these latest warrants prove we are dedicated to eradicating the issue.

“This seizure is huge and thankfully we have been able to prevent these drugs from hitting the streets. This underlines our commitment to addressing issues that affect our communities the most.

“I would ask anyone who may have information as to where drugs are being sold or cultivated, to contact police as soon as possible. The details you provide will be kept in the strictest of confidence.”

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