A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of Class A and B drugs after police found MDMA, ketamine and more than 100 cannabis edibles at an address in Bury. He remains in custody for questioning.
Raids across Bury
The arrest came as part of a series of warrants executed by GMP's Serious Organised Crime Group this morning at three addresses in Bury. GMP's Tactical Aid Unit (TAU) and County Lines team struck at addresses on Old Hall Lane in Prestwich, Beeston Grove, and Roch Crescent in Whitefield just before 6am, acting on intelligence around the storage and preparation of Class A, B and C drugs.
Seizures and investigation
Numerous seizures were made at the address, including MDMA, over 100 cannabis edibles including cookies, chocolate bars and fudge, cannabis vapes, ketamine, a Rolex watch and THC oil. GMP said that officers have spent a considerable amount of time gathering information that led to today's strike after starting the investigation last year.
Detective Constable O'Malley from the Serious Organised Crime Group said: "This morning's warrants are the result of months and months of dedicated investigative work following an investigation that began last year. We have worked tirelessly to gather intelligence and build a detailed picture of the suspected criminal activity linked to these addresses, allowing us to take decisive action today."
Impact on communities
O'Malley added: "Drug-related criminality causes significant harm to our communities, often fuelling violence, exploitation and anti-social behaviour. We know the devastating impact that drug dealing can have on neighbourhoods throughout the whole of Greater Manchester, and it is our job to make sure we are making a significant dent in organised crime groups."
"This arrest marks an important step in our investigation, but our work does not stop here. We are committed to acting on information and intelligence provided, especially any provided by the public. We encourage anyone with knowledge of criminal activity in their area to come forward."
You can report information by calling 101 for non-emergency matters, or 999 in emergency situations. If you prefer to remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
