Nine people arrested in Carlisle drug supply operation

Nine arrests have been made by Cumbria police in an operation to tackle drug supply.

More than half-a-million pounds of cash as well as cocaine... ketamine and cannabis were seized.

A samurai sword was also recovered.

Detective Superintendent Ian Hussey said: “Operation Huelva, is the fourth policing operation we have carried out this year to target criminals involved in illicit drugs.

“This operation targeted activities within Carlisle and aimed to disrupt, prevent and target those who supply drugs in our communities.

“The work falls under the umbrella of Cumbria Constabulary’s overarching response to serious and organised crime – Operation Alliance.

“As part of this operation officers carried out several warrants to target criminals. We also had officers out in the city centre visiting pubs and clubs and providing a visible presence to disrupt criminal behaviour.