A man and a woman are in police custody
Two people were arrested and a huge haul seized after a major drugs bust in Leigh.
Officers raided three properties in the town early this morning (September 10) as part of an operation to tackle organised crime.
Greater Manchester Police says both class A and class B drugs were seized during the dawn raids.
Two Rolex watches and an imitation firearm were also taken as evidence by police.
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GMP says a 29-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of class A drugs and money laundering.
A 48-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of possessing a class A drug.
Both suspects remain in custody for questioning this afternoon.
Detective Sergeant Rob O’Brien said: “As a result of these warrants, a quantity of class A and class B drugs have seized.
“We urge members of the public to continue supporting us by reporting any information relating to drug offences or associated crime.
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“Together, we can make our neighbourhoods safer and free from the harm caused by drugs.”
The raids were carried out by GMP’s Wigan and Leigh Challenger team, which tackles serious and organised crime across the borough.
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