Congleton Beat Team descend on Alsager in early morning drug raid

Friday, 31 January 2025 at 11:22

Congleton Beat Team have carried out a drugs warrant at an address in Alsager this morning (Friday 31 January).

At 5.55am officers sawed the door to gain access to the address in Bankside Court and made a search of the property, seizing Class A and B drugs, scales and snap bags.

Enquiries are ongoing to trace the man who lives at the address.

Sgt James Bell said:

“Early this morning we carried a warrant after we received information that there may be drug dealing at this property.

“We acted and have seized the evidence. We’re now extremely interested in having a chat with the occupant of the address about our recent finds and are making every effort to track him down.”

Anyone with information should contact cheshire Police on 101 quoting IML 2017234.

Alternatively, information can be given anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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