Police Arrest Couple After Discovering Cash in Cardboard Box
A man and woman were arrested in Prescot after police found a large sum of cash hidden in a cardboard box during a drug investigation
Prescot, UK, Cannabis, Drug Dealing, Police, Arrest
They pulled the car over on Saunders Avenue and suspected the driver might be on drugs. A search of the vehicle revealed bags of cannabis, some cash, and documents linked to drug dealing.
The man from Knowsley was arrested for possession with intent to supply cannabis. After that, the police got a warrant to search a nearby house. Inside, they found a cardboard box stuffed with between £250,000 and £300,000 in cash.
The woman from Prescot was arrested for possession of criminal property. This whole situation is part of a larger investigation into cannabis being imported through parcel deliveries to a garage in the area.
Chief Inspector Geoff Stewart praised the officers for their keen observation and quick action. He emphasized the importance of public tips in tackling organized crime. If anyone has information about drugs or weapons in their community, they should reach out to the police on social media.