Three arrests made in Tamworth operation

Officers made three arrests as part of an operation to crack down on drug dealing in Tamworth.

The arrests were made between 2pm and 4pm on Friday afternoon (June 12).

A blue Ford Focus was stopped in Sandy Way, Tamworth and a 30-year-old man from the local area was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply cocaine.

Shortly after officers stopped a black Vauxhall in Buckingham Road. A local man, aged 38, was arrested for being concerned in the supply of class A drugs. He has been released under investigation while enquiries continue.

Finally, two men were searched in Tame Drive. A 22-year-old from the West Midlands was arrested for being concerned in the supply of class A drugs. Another man, aged 23, was cautioned for possession of cannabis.