Two charged after staggering discovery in Haughton Green

Two people have been charged after thousands of pounds in cash, thousands of pounds worth of drugs and two vehicles were seized during a raid at a house in the Haughton Green area of Denton.

Richard Healey, 35, and Jessica Maxwell, 32, both of Rivermead Close, have been charged with possession of a Class A drug - cocaine - with intent to supply, possession of a Class B drug - cannabis - with intent to supply, and possession of criminal property. 

Both were refused bail and remanded in custody to appear at Stockport Magistrates Court on Saturday morning (June 6). 

Police executed two warrants at an address on Rivermead Close on Friday morning (June 5). 

Healey and Maxwell were arrested following the discovery of approximately £15,000 in cash and drugs estimated to be worth over £10,000 - believed to be cannabis and cocaine. 

Officers also seized property - including two vehicles - under the Proceeds Of Crime Act. 

The raid was carried out by The Tameside District Tasking Team - who were assisted by the Tameside West Neighbourhood Team and the Greater Manchester Police Tactical Dog Unit. 

One dog from the GMP Tactical Dog Unit who helped police carry out the raid.