Man arrested on suspicion of modern slavery offence in Stoke-on-Trent
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A man has been arrested in Shelton this morning (19 August) on suspicion of a modern slavery offence, conspiracy to supply Class A drugs and perverting the course of justice.
The 28-year-old man, from Stoke-on-Trent, remains in custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Simon Caton, of CID North, said: "We would like to reassure the public that the increased police activity in Shelton is part of a planned operation to target criminal exploitation as part of a wider initiative with our partners."