Police seized thousands of tablets during an early morning raid in Redcar.
The Redcar Neighbourhood Policing Team executed a warrant at an address in the town’s Eggleston Road this morning (Tuesday, November 21).
A Cleveland Police spokesperson said: "Three thousand Zopiclone tablets which are believed to have been imported from overseas were seized.
"These could include ingredients which pose a health risk to anyone taking them.
"Two men (aged 48 and 58) were arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply a Class C drug and they’re currently being questioned while enquiries continue."
Redcar NPT Sergeant Martyn Weston said: “This morning’s activity was as a result of information from the community and I’d like to thank them for their assistance and support.
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“We will always investigate reports of drug dealing and welcome the public’s help with this.
“You can report online on the Cleveland Police website, or by phoning 101.
“If you don’t want to speak to police you can pass information anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org or by phoning them on 0800 555 111.”
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