Massive Drug Haul in Salford Blitz – Man Busted in Biggest UK Prescription Meds Seizure
Early Morning Raid Rocks Choral Grove
In the dead of night on Monday, September 18, Operation Vulcan swooped on a property in Salford’s Choral Grove. The crackdown targets suspected prescription drug supply in Cheetham Hill, striking at the heart of a growing illegal trade.
Police arrested a 39-year-old man on suspicion of dealing class C drugs. Alongside him, they uncovered a huge stash of cash, signaling a lucrative operation.
Record-Breaking Seizure of Fake Meds
This raid follows months of investigation into counterfeit prescription pills, a global menace spiralling out of control. Officers seized thousands of fake medications, marking the largest-ever haul of its kind in the UK.
Operation Vulcan Cracks Down Hard
The arrest is part of a wider assault by Operation Vulcan on criminals flooding Greater Manchester with dodgy prescription drugs. Detective Chief Inspector Chris Julien, spearheading the campaign, said:
“People’s lives are being destroyed by the misuse of prescription drugs, and we will continue to disrupt and dismantle the supply chains operating out of the Cheetham Hill and Strangeways areas.”
Public Urged to Help Fight Drug Crime
Detective Julien stressed the joint effort behind tracing these illegal networks. He urged locals to stay alert and report any suspicious activity.
If you have information on prescription drug crime, contact Greater Manchester Police via their website, LiveChat, or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.