Two people have been arrested after officers seized cocaine in Newcastle-under-Lyme and Stoke-on-Trent.

The arrests, made today (Wednesday 11 March), came after officers searched two homes in Newcastle-under-Lyme and Stoke-on-Trent as part of an investigation into the supply of drugs.

Staffordshire Police seized "cocaine, a large amount of cash, mobile phones and a crypto wallet". 

A 31-year-old woman, from Newcastle-under-Lyme, has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to supply a class A controlled drug – cocaine, and conspiracy to supply a class B controlled drug – other. 

A 31-year-old man, from Stoke-on-Trent, has been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of a class B drug – other.

Both remain in custody for questioning.

A spokesperson for Staffordshire Police said: "We are committed to breaking the cycle of drug misuse and ensuring a safer neighbourhood for all residents.

"To report drug use in your community, call 101 or use Live Chat on our website. To report anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

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