Two arrested with large amount of Class A drugs and cash seized after officers execute warrant in South Manchester

Officers from Wythenshawe’s Neighbourhoods Team carried out a warrant yesterday morning (Friday 21 July 2023) at an address on Bideford Drive, South Manchester.

After gaining entry to the address a search was carried out with officers recovering thousand pounds of cash, a large quantity of Class A drugs, multiple mobile phones and a quantity of Class C drugs - all consistent with a drugs operation.

The two people arrested, a 41-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply class A drugs. They remain in police custody for questioning.

Sergeant Hanif from Wythenshawe Neighbourhood Team said: “This was a great result for our neighbourhood team and is all part of our fight to remove dangerous and illegal substances from our streets.

“We are committed to tackling this type of criminality that blights our communities and as a team we are dedicated to making our streets safer for those who live and work in the area.

“I’d like to take this opportunity to appeal to members of the public for information. If you’ve noticed any suspicious activity in your area, or you suspect drug dealing or production in your area. We will act on this information.”

If you feel that there are criminal activities taking place in your neighbourhood, then please dial 101 or speak with us via the Live Chat function on the website, www.gmp.police.uk.

Information can also be shared anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111.

Alternatively, members of the community can engage via Bee In the Loop, which is a direct line to the neighbourhood policing team in each district within Greater Manchester. Just sign up to beeintheloop.co.uk to receive free text or email alerts to keep you in the loop about what is happening on your street and in your local community.