Man charged with drug dealing offences following warrant

A man has been charged in connection with the supply of heroin and crack-cocaine via a drugs line.

Officers from our County Lines Taskforce carried out warrants at addresses across Birmingham, Warwickshire and Leicestershire yesterday (Wednesday).

A man was arrested from The Print Works, Warwick, on suspicion of drug dealing offences.

Following the arrests, further searches were carried out where officers found and seized cocaine, heroin, and crack-cocaine. Weapons including a knuckle duster, and three knives were also seized along with mobile phones linked to drug dealing and quantities of cash and jewellery.

Jordan Smith has now been charged with the following offences:

• Being concerned in the supply of Heroin between 01/08/25 and 18/02/26.
• Being concerned in the supply of Crack-Cocaine between 01/08/25 and 18/02/26.
• Being concerned in the supply of Cannabis between 04/02/26 and 18/02/26.
• Being concerned in the supply of Cocaine between 04/02/26 and 18/02/26.
• Possession of criminal property

The 29-year-old was remanded in custody and is set to appear before Birmingham Magistrates Court today.

The operation was supported by officers from our Operational Support Unit, NCA, and Leicestershire Police.

Det Sgt Gavin McGrath, from our County Lines Taskforce, said: "This was a significant, widespread operation, which our officers worked quickly to plan and execute - a testament to their professionalism.

“There was a large-scale police presence for this operation, and we’re grateful for the support as we work to tackle the supply of drugs."

Enquiries are continuing as our County Lines Taskforce works to disrupt the supply of drugs across the West Midlands.