Police have arrested two people after an early-morning warrant in Holme Wood uncovered cash, Class A drugs and a weapon.
Search carried out on Muirhead Drive
West Yorkshire Police carried out the operation at about 05:00 BST at a property on Muirhead Drive. Following a search, officers recovered roughly £4,000 in cash, quantities of crack cocaine and a knife, the force said. Several mobile phones and a motorcycle reported as stolen were also located at the address.
A man, aged 45, and a woman, aged 42, were arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs. Both remain in custody while inquiries continue, the force confirmed.
Police message to the community
Sgt Charlie Smallwood, of Bradford South Neighbourhood Policing Team, stressed the wider harms associated with drug supply and appealed for public assistance.
"We know the supply and distribution of drugs fuels violence in our communities, and we are determined to crack down on these crimes. I would urge members of the public to provide intelligence to the police in relation to drug offences or concerns about suspicious activity. Any information, no matter how small, is vital."
The seizure forms part of ongoing efforts by local officers to tackle drug-driven crime in the city. Police say community intelligence plays a vital role in identifying and disrupting supply chains.
What was recovered
The force listed several items recovered during the search. Below is a summary of the main items reported by police.
| Item | Reported quantity / detail |
|---|---|
| Cash | About £4,000 |
| Drugs | Crack cocaine (quantity not specified) |
| Weapon | Knife |
| Other items | Several mobile phones; a stolen motorcycle |
How the public can help
Officers reiterated their request for local residents to share information about suspected drug activity. If you have details that could assist the investigation you should contact West Yorkshire Police through their non-emergency number or report information online. If you believe a crime is in progress, call 999.
- Arrests: a 45-year-old man and a 42-year-old woman, held on suspicion of involvement in Class A drug supply.
- Location: Muirhead Drive, Holme Wood, Bradford.
- Items seized: approximately £4,000, crack cocaine, a knife, several phones and a stolen motorcycle.
Further details about the investigation were not disclosed. Any updates will be provided by West Yorkshire Police as enquiries progress.
