DAWN RAIDS IN SALFORD & GREATER MANCHESTER AS PART OF A CRACKDOWN ON BURY DRUG SUPPLIERS

This morning, (Thursday 13 June 2019), a team of officers executed warrants at properties across six addresses in the Manchester, Oldham, Salford and Bury areas.

The warrants were issued as part of phase 2 of Operation Ballerina which was set up by GMP to target those believed to be involved in the supply of Class A drugs across Bury.

Police have recovered a large amount of Class A drugs and cash and seven men and three women were arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply and supplying Class A drugs, they remain in custody.

Paul Walker who is the Superintendent of GMP’s Bury district, said:

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“This was the second raid in as many weeks that specifically targeted the supply of drugs, and has now seen 17 people arrested. This morning was a huge success with a large amount of Class A drugs and cash recovered.

“Our stance remains the same, we do not tolerate the supply of drugs, and we will continue to take action if there is any suspicion of offences being committed in Greater Manchester.

“Operation Ballerina is very much ongoing, and we are continuing to crack down on the supply of drugs across Bury and the wider region.

"Our most powerful tool in the fight against drugs is the information we receive from the community. If you suspect drugs are being used or cultivated in your area, we urge you to get in touch with the police as soon as you can."

Paul went on to say,

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"This is not a one off thing and anyone who is involved in the supply of drugs may be arrested."

Police carried out earlier raids last week under phase 1 of Operation Ballerina which targeted drug suppliers in the Bury area.

Anyone who holds any information relating to this crime is asked to contact police on 0161 856 9023, or anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.