A JOINT policing operation between North Wales, Merseyside and British Transport Police has resulted in numerous arrests and a large quantity of drugs being seized.

The crackdown was part of a pre-planned co-ordinated operation last week in Colwyn Bay and along the North Wales coast road network.

A North Wales Police (NWP) West Conwy Coastal statement said: “Several people were arrested for drug driving and other drug related offences.

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“A large quantity of Class A and B drugs, as well as cash was also recovered.

“Dealing with drug related offences is a key priority for North Wales Police and we are grateful to our colleagues in Merseyside and British Transport Police.

“We will continue to work across borders and force areas to disrupt those involved in County Lines criminality, and safeguarding vulnerable victims, including children.”