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Man charged in Congleton County Lines crackdown

Wednesday, 13 May 2026 14:08

A man has been charged with drugs offences following an investigation into County Lines in Congleton.

Ehsan Raza Shah was arrested on Friday 8th May at an address on West Street in Congleton.

The 34-year-old of Swallow Walk, Biddulph, has since been charged with being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs, possession with intent to supply Class A drugs (cocaine), and possession of criminal property.

Shah has been remanded into custody until his next appearance at Chester Crown Court on Monday 8th June.

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