Major drug operation in Blackpool results in 33 charges
Op Warrior uncovers multimillion-pound drug network.
As part of Operation Warrior, a major crackdown on organised crime in Blackpool, Lancashire Police have charged 33 individuals following an extensive investigation.
The Serious Organised Crime Unit's eight-month covert operation targeted a criminal network involved in high-level drug importation from the Middle East and Asia into the UK market.
Authorities intercepted 171kg of cocaine and 297kg of cannabis, valued at £6.6 million.
Throughout September and October 2026, officers executed multiple warrants across Blackpool, resulting in the arrest of 36 suspects.
Seizures included cocaine, cannabis, amphetamine, over £100,000 in cash, seven Rolex watches, gold bars, luxury items, and weapons such as machetes and tasers.
Detective Inspector Steve Montgomery emphasized the commitment to disrupting drug supply, highlighting the operation's contribution to combating organised crime in Lancashire.
Operation Warrior is supported by Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw, aiming to tackle serious crime and its impact on local communities.
Lancashire Police encourages anyone with information or concerns to report them via the 101 non-emergency line or their website. In emergencies, the public is advised to dial 999.