Two people charged in relation to county lines drug dealing in Northwich

Monday, 20 May 2024 14:52

Detectives from Northwich Proactive Policing Team have charged two men in relation to county lines drug dealing.

Keenan Hughes and Vincent Potter were both arrested at around 3pm on Friday 17 May after officers conducted a stop check on Winnington Street.

Hughes, 18, of Cable Street, Connah’s Quay, and Potter, 19, of no fixed abode, have both since been charged with possession with intent to supply Class A drugs (crack cocaine), possession of criminal property and possession of a knife in a public place.

The pair appeared at Chester Magistrates Court on Saturday 18 May where they were remanded in custody, they are next set to appear at Chester Crown Court on Monday 17 June.

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