Suspected drug dealer arrested by police on patrol
A SUSPECTED drug dealer has been arrested in the city centre after neighbourhood policing officers stopped the man while on patrol.
The 25-year-old was spotted by officers in Market Lane, Winchester, yesterday (Thursday) and was found to be in possession of class A drugs with intent to supply.
Male stopped by Neighbourhood Policing officers on Market Lane #Winchester and found to be in possession of suspected Class A drugs. Male arrested for possession with intent to supply and is now on his way to custody.
— @WinchesterCops (@WinchesterCops) January 23, 2020
The man, from Winchester, was arrested and was taken into custody.
A police spokesperson said he has been released under investigation and enquiries continue.
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