Police Uncover Drug Stash in Wolverhampton Garden Shed
Two people are in custody after a police raid uncovered a significant quantity of drugs hidden in a garden shed in Wolverhampton. The operation took place on Monday morning, January 12, 2026, at a property on Latch Place.
Arrests Made in Morning Raid
Acting on intelligence, officers from West Midlands Police executed a warrant at the address. During a search of the premises, they discovered a haul of what are believed to be class A and B drugs concealed within a shed at the rear of the garden.
A 40-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman were subsequently arrested at the scene. Both individuals were detained on suspicion of possession with intent to supply controlled substances. They remain in police custody for questioning.
Police Vow to Dismantle Drug Networks
A spokesperson for West Midlands Police confirmed the details of the operation. The force reiterated its ongoing commitment to tackling drug-related crime in the community.
"Drugs ruin lives and fuel further crime," the spokesperson stated. "We're taking action day in, day out, to destroy drug networks and identify those suspected of being involved."
This latest seizure forms part of the force's continuous efforts to disrupt the supply of illegal substances across the West Midlands region.
