Officers from Croydon’s Bensham Manor, Thornton Heath, and West Thornton Safer Neighbourhood Teams successfully executed a drugs warrant early Saturday morning, leading to the arrest of a local man.
Operation Details
The coordinated operation targeted a property in Bensham Manor following intelligence suggesting links to Class A drug dealing. Officers uncovered evidence of drug-related activity and seized items believed to be criminal property.
Charges
The arrested man has been:
- Charged with Class A drug dealing
- Charged with possession of criminal property
He was remanded in custody and is awaiting trial.
Police Statement
A spokesperson for Croydon Police said:
“This operation demonstrates our ongoing commitment to tackling drug-related crime in our communities. We will continue to take robust action against those who cause harm through the supply of illegal substances.”
Community Impact
The police emphasized that such operations aim to make neighborhoods safer and have encouraged residents to report any suspicious activity.
If you have any information regarding drug-related crimes in the area, you can contact police anonymously via Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
