Nine suspects from Widnes and Runcorn accused of suppling heroin and crack cocaine in Halton have been charged.
The eight men and one woman appeared at Halton Magistrates Court today.
Their charges also include cannabis supply and possession of a prohibited weapon.
They were arrested following a six-month investigation.
Cheshire police said the probe was launched due to complaints from the public over incidents pertaining to relate to alleged anti-social behaviour, violence and threats of violence.
Trinity Mirror Police smash their way into a house during the raids in Widnes and Runcorn on July 15.
The defendants who can be named at present are Paul Remedios, 30, of Deansway, Widnes; Jordan Ferns, 21, of Peelhouse Lane Widnes; Michael Loughran, 26, of Bournemouth Close, Runcorn; Tyrone Grimes, 19, of Smyth Road, Widnes; and Steven McCarton, 24, of Irwell Lane, Runcorn.
The others cannot be named for legal reasons.
The group were arrested on Wednesday, July 15, in Operation Waterscape.
They are next due to appear at Chester Crown Court on October 12.
Source: http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/