Man charged in relation to drugs offences in Chester

Monday, 30 June 2025 19:07

A man has been charged in relation to drugs offences in Chester.

Richard Henry Roberts, of no fixed abode, was arrested on Saturday 28th June.

The 51-year-old has since been charged with possession with intent to supply a drug of class A (heroin) and possession of criminal property.

He has been remanded in custody until a hearing at Chester Crown Court on Monday 28th July.

The charge relates to the arrest of a man following a drugs dog operation near Chester Railway Station on Saturday 28th June.

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Man charged in relation to drugs offences in Chester

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