Penrith Man Arrested after Police Carryout Drugs Raid on Penrith Property

On Wednesday 14 May, Eden Neighbourhood Policing officers carried out a misuse of drugs act warrant at a property in the Carleton area of Penrith.

The property was searched by officers, and a quantity of class B drugs and cash were seized.

As a result of raid on the property, Aron Underwood, aged 49, of Crocus Avenue, Penrith was arrested and later charged with possession with intent to supply a class B drug.

He appeared before Carlisle Magistrates court on Thursday and is next due to appear before Carlisle Crown court on 16 June 2025.

Sergeant Maddi Bennet, Eden NPT said: “Eden Neighbourhood Policing Team will continue to target those that cause the most harm in our communities by acting upon community intelligence.

“I would like to take this opportunity to remind residents that information we receive from you is vital.

“If you have issues in your area around drug supply activity, please do get in touch with us.

“You can report drug activity to online via https://www.cumbria.police.uk/ro/report/  or you can contact Crimestoppers totally anonymously on 0800 555 111.


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