Police seize more drugs and e-bikes in early morning Derker raid

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Early this morning (Tuesday), Greater Manchester Police officers from the Operation Vulcan team executed a warrant in Derker as they continue to tackle crime in the area with their dedicated initiative.

As police searched the house, they recovered around £1,000 worth of cannabis.

In the garage, police also located two off road bikes and a surron bike which will be seized as they continue with their relentless pursuit of tackling crime and anti-social behaviour which is being committed using the e-bikes.

A 39-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply class B drugs.

He remains in police custody awaiting questioning.

The problem-solving approach by Operation Vulcan is seeing police work collaboratively with partners, act on community information to reduce crime, and tackle the root causes to prevent further harm.

Since launching the operation in March, the team have made almost 30 arrests, seized a dozen vehicles and e-bikes, and busted drug lines.

Sergeant Joseph Dunne, from Operation Vulcan, said: “Throughout the day officers will remain on patrol to offer a visible reassurance to residents.

"They will also be conducting a traffic operation in the area to target anti-social driving and vehicle crime, and a knife arch will be stationed at the Derker tram stop.

“We hope that residents are already seeing and feeling a difference in the area, and our proactivity will not stop.

"This is another great result for the local operation, and I am sure plenty more will come thanks to the intelligence we are receiving from the public and our partners who are fed up with criminals operating in the area.”

Information from the public is vital if officers are to break down the organised crime groups who bring misery to our streets, and police ask that anyone who has information comes forward.

If you don’t feel comfortable coming directly to the police you can call the independent, anonymous, Crimestoppers hotline on 0800 555 111.

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