A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of drug supply offences after a quantity of Class B drugs were seized by police.

Police received reports of drug dealing activity in Forest Gate Court in Ringwood at around 1.45pm yesterday afternoon (Monday January 10).

Officers located an 18-year-old man who matched the description given by the person reporting the incident on a white Suzuki motorbike.

A search of the man by officers found a quantity of Class B drugs, a quantity of cash and drug-related paraphernalia – which were all seized.

The 18-year-old man from Lymington was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply a Class B drug and remains in custody at this time.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "Information that we received from the community is vital and informs where we put our resources and take action against any illegal activity.

"If you, or anyone you know, suspects that an address in your neighbourhood is being used for drug dealing, drug-related activity or associated crime, then please called us on 101."

 

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