Well-known Cessnock man, Frank Orchard arrested during drug raid
Hunter Valley target action group investigators raided the Ann Street residence about 8am on Tuesday and took Frank Orchard into custody.
Well-known Cessnock identity Frank Orchard has been arrested after police allegedly seized heroin and ice during a raid.
Hunter Valley target action group investigators raided the Ann Street residence about 8am today and took Orchard into custody.
It is alleged they seized 40 grams of heroin and 16 grams of ice during the search warrant.
They also seized what is suspected to be stolen goods, including a Yamaha trailbike, jewellery and electronic goods.
Orchard, 62, was taken to Cessnock police station where he was expected to be charged with drug supply offences.
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