Man arrested on suspicion of possessing drugs in Audenshaw

Wednesday, 8 July 2020 14:30

A man was arrested on suspicion of possessing a Class A drug, as police also seized three cars and a quantity of cash at a house in Audenshaw.

Officers from the Tameside District Tasking Team executed a misuse of drugs warrant at an address on Granville Road early this morning (Wednesday).

It followed a member of the public getting in touch with the police and independent charity Crimestoppers.

The 35-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a Class A drug with intent to supply, and possession of criminal property.

Officers also seized three cars and a quantity of cash under the Proceeds Of Crime Act.

The man has since been released under investigation whilst police conduct further enquiries.

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