THREE men from St Helens have been named by the courts after being charged with allegedly conspiring to supply drugs in Warrington.

It is suspected that the trio are involved in the onward supply of class B controlled drugs to users in Warrington.

George Murphy, aged 21 and of Cranston Close in Eccleston, has been charged with conspiracy to supply cannabis and cannabis resin.

Thomas Crehan, aged 25 and of Addison Way in Lea Green, has been charged with conspiracy to supply cannabis.

Jack Case, aged 23 and of St Helens Road in Rainford, has been charged with conspiracy to supply cannabis resin and possession with intent to supply cannabis, cannabis resin and cocaine.

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All of the alleged offences are reported to have been committed in the Warrington area.

The trio made their first appearance in connection with the charges before Chester Magistrates’ Court on Thursday.

All three are next due to appear before Liverpool Crown Court for a plea and trial preparation hearing next month.