Five people arrested following drugs warrants carried out in Crosby

Officers have this morning, Friday 25 October, arrested five people and executed eight warrants in Crosby as part of an investigation into large-scale drugs supply.

During today’s warrants, two women were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to import cannabis and two other women and a man were arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs. Around £10,000 in cash has also been seized.

The action was carried out after multiple packages of cannabis were seized by the Border Force between August and October this year, which had been sent from Thailand and destined for addresses in Crosby.

It’s estimated that this seized cannabis had a street value of around £150,000.

After the drugs were seized, Merseyside Police launched an investigation and were able to link the packages to certain individuals in the local area.

Detective Chief Inspector Nick Suffield said: “Today’s warrants are just another example of how Merseyside Police is relentless in its pursuit of those involved in serious organised crime, including the supply and distribution of drugs on Merseyside.

“Those who participate in the supply of drugs at any stage are helping to sustain an illicit trade that relies on violence and intimidation.

“Whenever arrests and drugs seizures like this are made it hits drug dealers where it hurts – in the pocket. They care about little other than making money and are prepared to exploit vulnerable people and bring fear and harm into the heart of communities in Merseyside.

“My message to those involved in drugs supply and serious organised crime is clear – Merseyside Police will never rest, we are relentless in our pursuit of those involved.

“Enforcement operations like the warrants carried out today illustrates that Merseyside Police will proactively tackle issues that matter most to our residents and keep our streets safe. This supports the work we do every day of the year to tackle those involved in serious organised crime.

“Information from the public is vital if we are to breakdown the organised crime groups who bring misery to our streets and I would appeal to anyone who has information to come forward.

“I completely understand that speaking up could be daunting, but when people are willing to support the police we will ensure every possible avenue is progressed to protect them.

“And if you don’t feel comfortable coming directly to the police you can call the independent, anonymous, Crimestoppers hotline on 0800 555 111."

Information from the public is vital to the success of the ongoing work and anyone who has information about drug dealing in your community, you can DM us @MerPolCC on Twitter or ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’ on Facebook or call 101.