Arrests for drug dealing and child neglect in police early morning raids in Ashton

Police in Tameside executed three warrants at addresses on Cowhill Lane in Ashton, following neighbourhood concerns about drug dealing and anti-social behaviour.

While the rest of Greater Manchester was just waking up, the police's neighbourhood policing team were out knocking down doors and making crucial arrests.

A 53-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply class A and B drugs.

A 35-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of class A and B drugs, and a 35-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of child neglect.

They all remain in police custody awaiting questioning.

In total, police seized large quantities of cocaine and cannabis from the properties.

A spokesperson said: "We have also safeguarded a young child and work is ongoing with our partners after concerns were raised about the living conditions and state of the property the child was living in."

Police Cons Hutcheson, from Tameside’s Neighbourhood Policing Team said: “The positive action this morning is a direct result of our communities talking to us. After several weeks of proactive patrols and speaking with residents, we were able to identify these individuals and take positive action, putting another dent into the organised criminality and destructive drugs trade which is impacting our residents.

“We are unrelenting in our pursuit of organised criminals, and we will continue to act swiftly on intelligence we receive and proactively pursue offenders.”

If you have concerns about drug-related crime in the community, information can be shared by calling 101 or at www.gmp.police.uk.

Alternatively, if you would prefer to remain anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.