Police found around £1 million worth of illicit and counterfeit vapes when they raided a shop in Cheetham Hill
The raid was a joint operation when Operation Vulcan joined Home Office Immigration Enforcement and Salford City Council for a warrant of a vape shop on Rugby Street
After entering the shop they noticed a hidden door. Upon entering, they found a whole new room where they were concealing the illicit vapes
Police Sergeant Joseph Dunne from Operation Vulcan said: “I hope this activity sends a clear message to those seeking to exploit the area with their criminal enterprises, Operation Vulcan and the local neighbourhood team remain in the area to ensure no criminality can creep back in after our relentless pursuit and clear out of the destructive counterfeit trade.
“This seizure today is a great result for Operation Vulcan and our partners as it means thousands of potentially harmful products have been taken off the streets of Greater Manchester. Our joint activity will continue as a show of strength to the criminals, and to reassure the community that we remain committed to protecting them.”
