Teenager due in court charged with possession with intent to supply Class A drugs after police swoop in Burnley

Officers from the East targeted crime team were called to the Hebrew Road area yesterday to reports of drug dealing taking place in the area.

After a suspected drugs transaction was witnessed by officers, the teenager was arrested on suspicion of drugs supply offences.

Following his arrest, a large quantity of Class A drugs, cash and drugs packaging was recovered from a nearby address.

A spokesman for Burnley Police said they are doing everything in their power to tackle this type of crime and appealed for the public's help.

Anyone who wishes to report drug related crimes and activity is asked to register with the In The Know so they can provide police with information or raise concerns about other issues in the area.

Or alternatively they are asked to contact PC 92 Dave Cottam on 07966868045 or email him at [email protected].