Police carry out 30 searches in Hanley and seize spice, monkey dust and cannabisKnives were also seizedView Image Police outside Hanley Bus StationPolice have carried out 30 searches in the city centre - and seized spice, monkey dust and cannabis. They issued 10 public protection notices during the operation centred around Hanley Bus Station. "Officers carried out searches in the Hanley area. We found spice, monkey dust and cannabis. Following the activity, three community resolutions and 10 public protection notices were issued.
Source: Daily Mirror March 10, 2026 20:30 UTC