Suspected drug dealers arrested in Derker

Some of the suspected THC seized last night. Image courtesy of GMP

On Tuesday night, Greater Manchester Police officers from Operation Vulcan were on patrol in Derker when they sighted a car which appeared to be uninsured.

Some of the occupants of the car appeared to under the influence of drugs, and following a search of the car, police recovered a baseball bat and over £1,000 cash.

Officers also found unidentified liquid in several packages – believed to be THC.

In the footwell of the car, three mobile phones were found with messages saying, ‘are you still selling liquid?’

Three men, aged 18, 19, and 21 were arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply class B drugs.

The 19-year-old was also arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon.

Inspector Dan Cullum, from Operation Vulcan, said: “Thanks to the vigilance of officers on patrol in Derker, we have been able to seize drugs that would have been destined for our streets and arrest three people.

“Those involved in the supply of drugs in this community are not only helping to sustain an illicit trade which relies on exploitation, violence, and intimidation, but it is directly impacting the quality of the lives of those who are hardworking and law abiding.

“Our operation is in the early stages, but we’re already making an impact on the criminality in the area, showing the criminals they have nowhere to hide.”

In just three weeks since launching, officers have made 22 arrests, seized 13 cars being driven criminally or anti-socially, seized five weapons, and seized large quantities of drugs.

If you have any information on the possession of, storage or use of drugs and weapons in your community, contact police on 101 or by using GMP's Live Chat online here

If you would prefer to remain anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Always dial 999 in an emergency.

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