THREE people have been charged with drug dealing offences after a series of warrants were carried out in Hereford.

The operation carried out by Hereford CID on August 1 was in relation to ongoing investigations into community concerns around the illegal supply of class A drugs.

Philip Payne, 42, of Grandstand Road, Hereford has been charged with possession with intent to supply class A drug cocaine, possession of criminal property and possession of an offensive weapon.

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Kathryn Maklin, 26, of Hendon Drive, Credenhill, Hereford has been charged with possession with intent to supply class A drug cocaine and allowing a premises to be used for supply of drugs.

Ross Hooper, 29, of Hendon Drive, Credenhill, Hereford has been charged with possession with intent to supply class A drug cocaine and allowing a premises to be used for supply of drugs.

All three were due to appear at Kidderminster Magistrates Court this morning (Friday).