On 7 July, we held a police desk on Windmill Lane, Cockermouth.
We have also completed a drug activity community appeal.
This follows information regarding vulnerable people being taken advantage of in the area who have been asked to take in parcels containing Cannabis which had been imported from abroad.
We will be taking positive action against those involved in this criminality which is an offence under the Customs and Excise Management Act 1979 & Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 - This can hold a sentence up to 14 years imprisonment and an unlimited fine.
Inspector Pete Aiston from the Allerdale Neighbourhood Policing Team “Where we receive intelligence of criminality in our community – particularly where that information relates to allegations of drug supply and the targeting of vulnerable people – action will be taken.
"Although Class B drugs may not pose the same level of risk as Class A substances, their importation contributes to illegal drug markets.
"It undermines efforts to address substance abuse issues.
"The courts take a firm stance on Class B drug importation to deter individuals from participating in drug trafficking activities.
“We continue to encourage anyone with suspicions that illegal activity is taking place in their community to come forward so that intelligence can be logged, ready to be acted upon by our officers.”
We are looking to challenge the use and supply of drugs in the area.
Tell us about:
Suspicious activity on your street
Suspicious people or vehicles on your street
Drug supply in your community
Any concerns about crime in your neighbourhood
Anyone with information can report online at https://orlo.uk/Fh5fF Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
