Doors smashed in at dawn as police storm suspected 'stash houses' for gangs Officers from Greater Manchester Police seized class B and C drugs, a large knife, and two mobile phones Operation Vulcan warrants in Derker (Image: GMP ) Police stormed two properties believed by officers to be 'stash houses' for gangs in dawn raids this morning (April 15). Greater Manchester Police (GMP) officers seized class B and C drugs, a large knife, and two mobile phones as they raided two houses on Vulcan Street and Spring Street in Derker, Oldham. ‌ Officers from the dedicated Operation Vulcan team executed two warrants at the addresses, 'believed to be stash houses for local crime groups', said the force. The warrants this morning came as a result of community intelligence and information gathered during proactive patrols, which sees officers dedicated to the area day and night, added GMP. ‌ GMP says the items seized will 'contribute crucial evidence to several ongoing investigations into drug dealing and anti-social behaviour in the area'. This is the latest activity in the 'relentless neighbourhood pursuit to tackle the crimes which matter the most to residents', says GMP, including anti-social behaviour, drug dealing, vehicle crime and off-road bikes, and serious violence. ‌ The warrants were executed on two houses (Image: GMP ) The team have been based in Derker since March, saying they are 'already seeing positive results and are making themselves seen and heard by the criminals', and 'sending a message that this criminality will not be tolerated in the community'. Sergeant Joseph Dunne from Operation Vulcan said: “The ability for criminals to make vast profits from the drugs trade is a key driver for organised crime and we have specialist officers working tirelessly to eliminate key players and resolve the issues the community are facing. Article continues below “We will continue to employ every possible tactic to target and disrupt organised crime in Derker and ensure those who have been harming the community are brought to justice.” 'We urge anyone in the Derker area and who has any issues to please come forward and talk to us. We are determined to help you in any was possible', added a police spokesperson. Officers can be contacted via 101, by using GMP's LiveChat function online, or anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.