Teenager from Leamington arrested on suspicion of drug offences

A 16-year-old boy from Leamington was arrested on Tuesday (May 4) on suspicion of drug offences.

Plain clothed officers from Proactive CID spotted a boy acting suspiciously in Bury Road in Leamington at around 2.56pm.　

The boy was detained for search under the Misuse of Drugs Act.

During the search suspected Class A drugs were found, as well as a sum of cash and a mobile phone.

As a result the boy was arrested on suspicion of Possession of a Controlled Drug with Intent to Supply.

He was later released on bail pending further investigations.

Anyone with information that could help with investigations can call 101 quoting incident 342 of May 4 or report online.

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.