Wakefield police charged two men with multiple drug offences following raids on two homes in Castleford on 6 May. Officers from the Programme Precision team, supported by CBRN specialists, uncovered a significant drug operation involving cannabis, illicit sweets, and unregulated weight-loss injections.
Drug Lab Discovered
Searches at properties on Garden Street and Smawthorne Grove revealed laboratory equipment used for drug production. Large quantities of cannabis and materials linked to the manufacturing of THC-infused confectionery were seized during the operation.
Unregulated Medical Supplies Seized
Thousands of packaging items, including vials, needles, and boxes, were confiscated from the Garden Street address. These items were connected to the commercial manufacture and distribution of unauthorised weight-loss injections, alongside numerous prescription medicines.
Men Charged And Remanded
Sam Hebblethwaite, 34, of Garden Street, was charged with multiple offences including conspiracy to produce Class B drugs and possession with intent to supply cannabis. Mark Asprey, 44, of Smawthorne Grove, faced similar charges. Both men were remanded to appear at Leeds magistrates the following day.
Woman Released Pending Inquiry
A woman arrested during the investigation was later released pending further police enquiries.
Originally published by UKNIP.
