Police carry out dawn raids in Bolton and make 2 arrests
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) arrested the two following early morning warrants in Leonard Street and Tarleton Place in Bolton.
The raids came as part of their efforts to disrupt county lines drug supply networks.
A 17-year-old and 19-year-old men were arrested on suspicion of drug supply offences and remain in custody for questioning.
Officers also recovered a small quantity of cannabis and cocaine, around £6,000 in cash and two weapons - a canister of CS spray and a large double-bladed knife.
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Detective superintendent Joe Harrop said: 'These arrests are another strong example of the relentless work our officers are doing to dismantle county lines networks and protect vulnerable people from exploitation.
'We are committed to making Greater Manchester a hostile environment for those involved in drug supply. Every line we close is a step closer to safer streets and stronger communities.
'We urge anyone with information about drug activity in their area to come forward – your support is vital in helping us bring offenders to justice.'
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GMP said that as part of their wider strategy to disrupt the operations of county lines gangs, they have successfully closed 100 lines so far this financial year.
They said this puts them on track to surpass last year's record of 181 closures.
Since forming in late 2022, the County Lines Task Force said they've shut down over 400 lines, disrupting the supply of drugs and its associated violence.
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