Two arrests in Liverpool following drugs discovery after stop search

Two people were arrested following a stop search in Everton yesterday, Sunday 29 June.

Officers from Matrix were on patrol along Netherfield Road North when they stopped a Cupra Formentor, and after searching the driver found 16 wraps of white powder, suspected to be cocaine, hidden in his underwear, and a quantity of money.

A 35-year-old man from Banks in Lancashire was subsequently arrested on suspicion of Possession with Intent to Supply Class A namely cocaine and possession of criminal property.

Later a further search was carried out at an address in Everton and where an ounce of suspected cocaine, drug paraphernalia and a large quantity of money was discovered.

A 42-year-old woman from Liverpool was arrested on suspicion of Possession with Intent to Supply Class A and B drugs, namely cocaine and cannabis, and possession of criminal property.

Both suspects have been released under investigation.

Matrix Inspector Mark Berry said: "Both arrests are part of our proactive work to ensure we take offenders supplying drugs off our streets.

“Those involved in organised crime and drug supply have no thought for anyone other than themselves, their criminal intent and greed. This criminal activity is hugely damaging to our communities, which often involves intimidation, violence and creating fear in the neighbourhood.

“I would ask anyone who has information about this kind of activity to come forward so action can be taken.”

Anyone with information on suspected drug supply or criminal activity in their community can contact @MerPolCC, call 101 or come forward anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Always call 999 if a crime is in progress.