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07.07.2023 - 18:35 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Drugs with an estimated street value of £35,000 were seized and a man arrested after a police raid in Tameside, GMP detectives have revealed.
The force said 'a large number' of packages of drugs was recovered, together with air pistols.
Police said a warrant was executed on Binns Street in Stalybridge on Friday. A 45-year-old man was subsequently arrested and remained in police custody today for questioning, GMP added.
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In a statement, the force said: "A warrant executed on Binns Street in Stalybridge on Friday by Greater Manchester Police has uncovered a large number of drug packages with a street value of around £35,000, following an extensive search of the area.
"A 45-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply class A and B drugs at the scene and remains in custody for questioning. Air pistols were also seized from the address."
Detective Constable Jake Orr, of GMP's Operation Challenger, Tameside Organised Crime Unit, said: "This successful warrant showcases our determination to tackle serious and organised crime groups in our areas of Greater Manchester.
"Our work doesn’t stop, as we work together to relentlessly pursue and disrupt this kind of crime as well as reduce the risks to vulnerable people and stop them from becoming victims. This type of criminality includes county lines and other forms of serious offences relating to it.
"I would encourage members of the public to continue to be our eyes and ears and report anything they suspect is affecting their area in full confidence by ringing 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Always dial 999 in an emergency."
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