Preston police raids see three arrested and more than 100 weapons seized after four homes searched
Over 100 weapons, including machetes and samurai swords were discovered...
Two men and a woman have been arrested following a series of raids on homes in Preston this morning.
Officers from the Preston Task Force and Neighbourhood Policing Team carried out three warrants at addresses in Ribbleton - Pope Lane, Burholme Close and Mitton Drive - and a fourth address in Sheardley Avenue, between Whittingham and Broughton.
The properties were searched and officers recovered a quantity of cannabis, drug paraphernalia, around £10,000 in cash and over 100 weapons, including machetes, samurai swords and knuckle dusters.
A 59-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon, a 21-year-old man is under arrest on suspicion of possessing a Class B or Class C drug and a 21-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of money laundering.
All three are from Preston and are currently in custody waiting to be questioned.
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Adam Pearson, Neighbourhood Policing Inspector for Preston, said: “As a result of today’s activity, a quantity of suspected drugs and weapons have been seized.
“These items have the potential to cause significant harm, and their removal from our streets is a positive outcome for the public.
“Our enquiries remain ongoing, and we will continue to take robust action against those involved in criminal activity. It is not welcome in Preston.”