Drugs were seized and four people were arrested during search warrants in Newport today (Tuesday, November 18).
Officers investigating the sale and supply of class A drugs carried out early-morning warrants at four addresses.
Neighbourhood officers, supported by the Serious Organised Crime unit, raided properties in Hendre Farm Drive, Sullivan Circle, Playford Crescent and Pen-y-Wal Drive.
Police seized a large quantity of heroin, cash and mobile phones.
PC Matthew Tucker, neighbourhood ward manager for Maindee, said: “Illegal drugs fill our communities with misery and cause pain and suffering to vulnerable people and their families.
“We hope this morning’s warrants in Newport show that input from local residents really does make a difference, so please continue to report your concerns and information to us.
“Intelligence we receive from the public is paramount as we combat the production, sale and supply of illegal drugs in the Newport area.
"If you have any concerns about illegal drugs in your area, let us know via our website, call us on 101 or direct message us on our Facebook or X social media pages, so we can act.
"Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, with information or contact them via their website.”
A 23-year-old man and a 21-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of cocaine.
A 23-year-old man and a 21-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply a controlled drug of class A - heroin.
All four, from Newport, remain in police custody at this time, as enquiries continue.
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