Man arrested after Challenger warrant results seizures of £6,500 worth of cocaine and a Rolex watch

This morning (Thursday 6 March 2025) officers from Bolton’s Operation Challenger Unit executed a warrant on Bishopbridge Close in Bolton.

The warrant was the result of intelligence submitted to us suggesting that crack cocaine and heroin was being distributed from the location.

Officers forced entry and arrested a 43-year-old man on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of class A drugs. He remains in police custody.  

A quantity of cocaine was seized which is estimated to value approximately £6,500 along with a Rolex watch, which is believed to be purchased with criminal proceeds.

Nitrous oxide cannisters were also seized from the property.

PC Trecarichi said: “We have secured excellent results today, with an offender in our custody and illegal drugs and other items seized worth several thousands of pounds.

“We would not be able to achieve this without receiving intelligence from the local community, so please continue to submit information to us.

“Programme Challenger is Greater Manchester’s response to tackling serious and organised crime. It tackles all manner of serious crime: county lines, exploitation of young children and vulnerable adults, modern slavery, immigration and economic crime and the use of firearms.

“Our Challenger teams across Greater Manchester are committed to tackling county lines and we will act upon any concerns or information the community give to us to tackle serious and organised crime for good.

“If you are concerned about criminal activity within your area, you can report this to us directly on 101 or by reporting information using our online report tool at www.gmp.police.uk”