Man arrested in Halliwell as police search property

Officers with the Tactical Aid Unit were at Canada Street, just off Cloister Street, with police currently in a property.

They have been at the scene since around 4.30pm.

Residents said they were alarmed to see the police vehicles, as well as a large number of uniformed officers flooding the residential street.

A man was arrested on suspicion of possessing drugs with intent to supply.

Investigations are still ongoing.

The arrest comes just days after a property was raided in Halliwell as part of a drugs investigation following complaints from locals.

Ward councillor Rabiya Jiva told The Bolton News this week tackling drugs in the area remains a priority, with residents bringing the issue up at meetings.

The arrest comes just days after a property was raided in Halliwell as part of a drugs investigation following complaints from locals.

This week is Neighbourhood Policing Week with forces teaming up to tackle the issues that mean the most to residents.

 Residents may have noticed an increased police presence throughout, with officers available to discuss any issues that residents have.

 The week highlights the role of local officers and PCSOs, showcasing the work they put in every day to keep people’s neighbourhoods crime free.

 In the last year, neighbourhood crime has been reduced by 15 per cent across Greater Manchester – including in each borough.