Man charged after Matrix seized suspected cocaine worth £150,000

A man has been charged after Matrix officers seized approximately £150,000 worth of drugs which are believed to be class A.

Officers attended an address in Thornaby shortly before 1pm on Sunday 4^th January when they seized a bag which contained what is believed to be a significant amount of cocaine.

A 42-year-old man was arrested and later charged with possession with intent to supply a class A drug and he was remanded in custody to appear at Teesside Magistrates’ Court today (Monday 5^th January).