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Manchester Evening News
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Helena Vesty

Two arrested as drugs and cash seized in police bust

Two people have been arrested after police discovered drugs and cash in a raid.

Police in Wigan executed a drugs warrant at an address in Scholes and found a stash of bank notes and what appears to be cannabis.

The bust came after the community gave information to the police.

Scholes in Wigan where the drugs warrant was executed (GMP)

Police say their investigation is ongoing.

Greater Manchester Police's Wigan West neighbourhood team said: "On August 17, as a result of information from the community, PC Morrison from the Scholes Neighbourhood team conducted a drugs warrant at an address on Scholes.

"Two persons were arrested and a quantity of drugs and cash were seized."

Police appealed to any residents in Greater Manchester who may know about drug dealing in their area.

The neighbourhood team added: "Know about drug dealing and want to remain anonymous? Report it to Crimestoppers 0800 555 111."

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