VIDEO: 11 arrested in dawn drugs raids across Greater Manchester

Officers raided a number of homes as part of "Operation Danube".

Author: Victoria GloverPublished 1st Feb 2018
Last updated 1st Feb 2018

Eleven people have been arrested following raids across Greater Manchester this morning.

Officers executed warrants across Cheetham Hill, Crumpsall, Salford and Bacup as part of "Operation Danube".

Eight men and three women are now being held on suspicion of supplying Class A drugs.

GMP’s Chief Inspector Paul Walker, said: “Months of hard work have gone into this morning’s action, which was part of our ongoing investigation into tackling organised crime across Greater Manchester.

“I’d like to thank the public for their help in sharing intelligence. With this vital information, we’ve been able to work with partner agencies and ensure that people who supply drugs are brought to justice.

Anyone with information should contact police on 101 or through the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111.