Three arrested after drugs and cash seized

Two men and a teenager have been arrested after we found a large amount of cash and class A drugs today (Tuesday 17 February).

Officers from the county proactive and rural crime, tactical support and child exploitation teams went to three properties in Stafford this morning, following an investigation into the supply of drugs.

We seized several thousand pounds in cash, a large amount of suspected heroin and crack cocaine, cannabis, mobile phones and scales.

A 20-year-old man, from Stafford, has been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of heroin and requiring a person to perform forced to compulsory labour.

A 31-year-old man, from Stafford, has been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the offer to supply heroin and requiring a person to perform forced or compulsory labour.

A 17-year-old boy, from Stafford, has been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of a class A drug – other.

They all remain in custody for questioning.

We are committed to breaking the cycle of drug misuse and ensuring a safer neighbourhood for all residents.

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