Bolton man charged with cocaine, cannabis and knife offences in Newton

The 46-year-old is due before court this afternoon <i>(Image: Stock)</i>
The 46-year-old is due before court this afternoon (Image: Stock)
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A MAN is due in court charged with drug and knife offences.

Joel Perry, 46, is accused of possessing cocaine, cannabis, and a knife in a public place.

Perry is alleged to have been found in possession of a quantity of cocaine and cannabis on Common Road, Newton-le-Willows, on October 18, 2025.

He also faces a charge of possessing a knife in a public place without good reason or lawful authority.

He is accused of having a knife with light green handle and a three-inch blade on his person on the same date.

Perry, of Lupin Avenue, Farnworth, Bolton, is scheduled to appear at Liverpool, Knowsley and St Helens Magistrates’ Court this afternoon, September 9, for a first hearing.

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