Four arrested after crack cocaine, cannabis and machete seized during Billingham drugs bust

Four people have been arrested after drugs and a weapon were recovered following a police raid.
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Inquiries are still continuing following the bust last week.

Cleveland Police said in a statement this week: “Officers executed the warrant at an address on Bowes Road, Billingham, on Thursday, 19th January.

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“A quantity of Class A and Class B drugs were recovered, believed to be crack cocaine and cannabis, along with associated drugs paraphernalia.

A police picture of the machete seized during a drugs raid earlier this month in Billingham.A police picture of the machete seized during a drugs raid earlier this month in Billingham.
A police picture of the machete seized during a drugs raid earlier this month in Billingham.

“Police also seized phones, cash, and a machete from the address.

“A 29-year-old man, a 22-year-old man, a 19-year-old woman and a 17-year-old male were all arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply.

“They have all been released on bail pending further inquiries.

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“If you have any information about criminal activity in your area, please contact us on 101.”

Independent charity Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org or by phoning on 0800 555 111.

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