Police say man has been arrested over drug matters after officers picked up a vehicle in Halliwell.

Officers carried out a stop and search yesterday, police say.

They found a large quantity of cannabis and a small blade.

As well as this they discovered cash and a number of mobile phones.

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The Bolton News: Officers say they carried out a stop and search

A spokesperson for GMP Bolton North: "Officers from the Bolton North Neighbourhood Team arrest a male on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class B and possession of an offensive weapon.

"On Sunday June 2 officers noticed a vehicle parked up in Halliwell.

The Bolton News: Police say a vehicle was searched

"The driver and vehicle were subject to a stop and search under Section 23 of the Misuse of Drug Act and a large quantity of cannabis was recovered from the vehicle, as well as a small blade.

"Officers also recovered a large quantity of cash and a number of mobile phones.

"Enquiries continued into Monday.

"The male remains in custody awaiting a charging decision from the Crown Prosecution Service."