Update - Congleton Beat Team descend on Alsager in early morning drug raid

Friday, 31 January 2025 13:44

A 34-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of Class A and B drugs.

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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