UPDATE – Northwich man charged with drugs offences following community intelligence

A Northwich resident has been charged with drugs offences thanks to information from local residents.

Daniel Phipps was arrested on Wednesday 7 July by plain clothed officers who were patrolling Verdin Park following reports of suspicious activity in the area

The 34-year-old has since been charged with possession of Class A drugs (crack cocaine) and obstructing an officer.

Phipps, of Mather Drive, Comberbach, has been released on bail and is set to appear at Chester Magistrates Court on Tuesday 3 August.

Two other men who were arrested at the time, age 49 and 38, have since been released under investigation pending further enquiries.