Two people have been arrested after police spotted them acting suspiciously before throwing a bag full of drugs plus £2,000 of cash into a bush.
The incident happened around 1.45pm last Friday (June 30) on Roscoe Street in St Helens. Police noticed the group before they saw a man throw the cash and at least 30 wraps of what is thought to be crack cocaine and heroin into some nearby bushes, the ECHO reports.
A 17-year-old boy, from Chorley, was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply a controlled Class A drugs, heroin and crack cocaine and acquire/use/possess criminal property. He has been released under investigation.
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A 40-year-old woman, from St Helens, was also arrested on suspicion of possession of a controlled Class A and B drugs, heroin and cannabis. She was given a community resolution order.
Superintendent Phil Mullally said: "Organised crime is hugely damaging to our communities, often involving intimidation, violence and creating fear and it is these criminals who run County Lines. Criminals involved in organised crime have no thought for anyone other than themselves, and their criminal intent and greed
"We have various proactive police operations which are dedicated to cutting these County Lines dead and taking those who operate them off our streets and working with partners to help those who may be exploited by these gangs."
They added: "Criminals be warned that if you get involved in crime, you risk facing the consequences. But when we identify vulnerable, exploited people during our enquiries, we ensure they are treated with sensitivity and understanding, and are offered the appropriate support."
