Drugs seized as police carry out warrant in Whitchurch
A quantity of drugs has been seized by police following a warrant at an address in Whitchurch, yesterday morning, Wednesday 21 January.
The warrant was executed by Whitchurch Safer Neighbourhood Team (SNT), supported by Task Force, at an address on Sharps Drive following concerns raised by the local community about illegal drug activity.
Following a search of the property officers found a quantity of class B drugs (cannabis) and £780 in cash.
No arrests were made, but a man aged in his 60s, who was located at the property is helping officers with their enquiries.
Sergeant Liam Heathcote said: "This morning Whitchurch SNT successfully carried out a drugs warrant on Sharps Drive, where drugs were found taken off the streets of Whitchurch.
"We hope today's warrant sends a strong message that we will continue to act on intelligence given to us as drugs have no place in our communities."
Anyone who believes there may be criminal activity in their community is urged to report it to us via our website. Always call 999 in an emergency.
Alternatively, if you have information but don’t feel comfortable speaking to police, you can speak to the independent charity Crimestoppers. It is 100% anonymous, they never ask your name, and they cannot trace your call or IP address. You can contact them online or by calling 0800 555 111.
