Drugs: Police execute 4 warrants on same street in Stretford

Police officers executed four arrest warrants at addresses on Derbyshire Avenue in Stretford on 16 January, resulting in five arrests.

A 16‑year‑old boy was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class B drugs, as well as an unrelated robbery offence. A 39‑year‑old man was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class B drugs.

Two men, aged 28 and 61, and a 59‑year‑old woman were arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class A and Class B drugs. It was later found that no drugs were discovered at this address; however, police seized a mobile phone as part of the ongoing investigation.

These warrants were executed following a proactive investigation led by Trafford North’s Neighbourhood Team into drug supply linked to Derbyshire Avenue. Police remain committed to tackling drug dealing and associated criminality across the wider Trafford area.

Intelligence from the local community played a vital role. Based on this information, police believed the four addresses were connected to the supply of controlled substances.

Collaboration was key to the success of this operation. The Neighbourhood Team worked alongside the Tactical Dog Unit, the Drone Unit, our Challenger Team, and the Regional Organised Crime Unit, ensuring a coordinated and robust approach.

Upon entry, officers recovered cannabis at three properties, secured multiple arrests, and seized a quantity of white powder—believed to be cocaine—which has been sent for forensic testing.

All five suspects remain in custody for further questioning.

Inspector Jamie Jeffries, from the Trafford North Neighbourhood Team said: “Executing four warrants at the same time on the same street is a significant undertaking and reflects the seriousness of the intelligence we received.

“This level of coordinated action demands careful planning and considerable resources, and it shows our determination to disrupt drug networks operating in Trafford.

“Thanks to crucial information from the public, our Trafford North Neighbourhood Team was able to act decisively against addresses suspected of working together in drug supply.

“Conducting multiple warrants in one operation sends a clear message: if you choose to deal drugs, we will gather the evidence and take robust, swift action.

“We remain firmly committed to keeping Trafford safe, and I encourage anyone with concerns to keep coming forward—community intelligence directly drives operations like today’s.”