Two men arrested on suspicion of drug offences following incident in Bootle

We have arrested two people in connection with drugs offences following an incident in Bootle yesterday, Wednesday 24 November.
 
At around 9.15am, officers on patrol in Exeter Street sighted a vehicle in suspicious circumstances. Officers searched the vehicle and occupants and detained two people, and seized suspected cocaine and cash.
 
Both men were taken to police stations for questioning.
 
30-year-old Ian Riley has now been charged with possession with intent to supply Class A drugs and remanded in custody to appear at Wirral Adult Remand Court today, Thursday 25 November.
 
A 42-year-old man from Fazakerley was arrested on suspicion of possession of Class A drugs and drug driving, and has been released under investigation.
 
Information on suspected drug supply where you are? Contact us @MerPolCC or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Always call 999 if a crime is in progress.