Police have seized illicit tobacco and more than £40,000 in cash following a search of a shop in Brinnington.

It comes as part of 'Operation Vulcan', a period of intensified police activity and investigation in Brinnington launched by Greater Manchester Police (GMP).

The shop, on Penhurst Road, was subject to a police visit following intelligence gathered within the community.

On the same intelligence, two men – aged 28 and 39 – were arrested on suspicion of money laundering.

Searches of the business resulted in the discovery of illicit tobacco and approximately £35-40k in cash. The tobacco and cash was seized for further review.

During the work, a further man was detained on suspicion of immigration offences, with official from the Immigration team undertaking further enquiries.

GMP will carry out a thorough financial investigation soon.

The specialist Operation Vulcan police team has been on the ground since mid-February.

They have previous experience working in Derker, Piccadilly Gardens, and Cheetham Hill.

They have been carrying out "a sustained campaign of activity", ranging from arrests and early-morning search warrants through to community engagement days.

The team aims to tackle criminality head-on, while 'laying foundations' to keep the crime rate lower in the future.

Inspector Dan Cullum, from the Operation Vulcan team, said: "Illegal business practices can put many people at risk – from illicit and potentially harmful products to criminality behind the scenes – and it is right that we properly scrutinise where we suspect that something isn't right and proper.

"Operation Vulcan has been in the area for a month now and we are investigating all manner of criminality, from businesses to nuisance homes, to anti-social hotspots. I would urge anyone within the area to get in touch with us if they have any issues."

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