The suspect is expected to appear in court today, Thursday
A 16-YEAR-OLD boy was detained on suspicion of drug dealing after police raided a property in Halton Lodge yesterday, Wednesday.
A warrant was executed at 8am as part of the force's crackdown on the supply of drugs in Runcorn.
During a search of the premises, officers recovered a quantity of class A and B drugs along with a weapon.
Following questioning the teenager was charged with possession with intent to supply cocaine and heroin and possession of cannabis and a weapon for the discharge of electricity.
The teenager has been remanded in custody.
He is expected to appear at Warrington Magistrates' Court today, Thursday.
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