Winsford man charged with drugs offences

Thursday, 1 December 2022 11:28

A man from Winsford has been charged with offences following a warrant at an address in the town.

Joshua Furmedge was arrested on Monday 28 November after officers conducted a warrant at an address on Commonwealth Close.

The 29-year-old, of Commonwealth Close, Winsford, has since been charged with possession with intent to supply class A drugs (cocaine) and possession of criminal property.

He appeared at Chester Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday 30 November where he was remanded in custody; he is next set to appear at Chester Crown Court on Wednesday 4th January.

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