Large haul of amphetamine found in Wallasey
A woman's been arrested after a large quantity of amphetamine was seized in Wallasey.
Merseyside Police arrested a 24-year-old woman after a significant quantity of what is believed to be amphetamine was seized during a warrant at an address in Wallasey yesterday. Police officers attended the address at about 10.20am and recovered 48kg of white powder, believed to be amphetamine, along with mixing agents and equipment used in the production of controlled drugs. The powder and equipment have been recovered for forensic examination and the property is being examined by Crime Scene Investigators. A 24-year-old woman from Wallasey was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply controlled drugs (Class A). She was taken to a police station in Merseyside to be interviewed and has been released pending a disposal decision. Chief Inspector Paul Sutcliffe said: "Merseyside Police treats all drug production and supply seriously and the discovery of this quantity of amphetamine and production equipment has significantly disrupted the supply of this drug in to our communities. "We believe this was a sophisticated operation and I have no doubt that this was organised crime. The fact we have prevented drugs from reaching the streets, where they fuel so much other crime, is extremely satisfying. "These people are making considerable money through the sale of drugs and this is money made on the back of misery that drugs bring to our communities and it shows Merseyside Police will do all it can to take action against those who line their pockets to the detriment of our society." Anyone who has any information about those involved in the production or supply of drugs, is urged to contact Merseyside Police on 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.