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A man has been charged after 200kg of cocaine was seized at a Birkenhead ferry terminal.
According to Merseyside Police, at around 7:20am yesterday (11 October), a Ford Transit van was stopped at 12 Quays terminal having arrived from Belfast. Officers seized the drugs after searching the inside of the vehicle.
Guergief Cvetko Batschef, 62, of Osborne Road in Enfield, London, has been charged with possession with intent to supply a controlled Class A drug (cocaine) and acquiring, using or possessing criminal property.
He has been remanded to appear at Wirral Magistrates' Court today, (12 October).
Detective Chief Inspector Gary Stratton said: "This was a significant drugs seizure and an investigation is ongoing into the incident.
"Investigating and tackling organised crime remains a priority for our force. We are committed to dismantling drugs networks and protecting those at risk of exploitation.
"Investigations into organised crime can be complex and time consuming, but every piece of information we receive helps us build a clearer picture and ultimately bring those responsible to justice.
"I would like to take this opportunity to appeal to anyone with information about drug dealing in your community to get in touch so we can take action."
