Police explain major presence in North Wales area as officers carry out raidsCoordinated activity is part of wider strategy to dismantle illegal drug supply chains within local communityView Image North Wales Police have been executing warrants (Image: North Wales Police)Police have launched a targeted operation today (Thursday), with officers executing multiple search warrants at residential addresses throughout the Wrexham Rural area. ‌The co-ordinated activity is part of a wider strategy to dismantle illegal drug supply chains within the local community, North Wales Police said. ‌"You may notice an increased police presence in certain areas while this activity takes place. Sign up for the North Wales Live newsletter sent twice daily to your inboxNo further details have yet been released regarding the number of arrests made or the types of substances seized. The North Wales Live Whatsapp community for top stories and breaking news is live now - here’s how to sign up

Source: Daily Mirror February 19, 2026 22:57 UTC