Drugs arrests made in Leamington on Christmas Eve

Two men were arrested in Leamington on Christmas Eve on suspicion of drugs offences.

At around 1pm on Thursday (December 24), two men were believed to be seen exchanging drugs on Russell Street.

A stop search was carried out and a large amount of suspected crack cocaine was seized.

A 42-year-old man and a 45-year-old man, both from Leamington, were arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply class A drugs.

They have been released under investigation while enquiries continue.

Warwickshire Police is committed to tackling drug offences within the county.

Anyone with concerns about the supply of drugs in their communities is asked to contact us – reports can be made via the website - www.warwickshire.police.uk, on 101 or in an emergency call 999.