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Bembridge Man Arrested In Connection With Weekend Drugs Raid

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A man from Bembridge has been arrested in connection with a police investigation into the supply of drugs on the Isle of Wight.

As previously reported, Isle of Wight Radio listeners, readers and viewers reported a heavy police presence in an area of Bembridge earlier today (Saturday).

Police searched a property in Willowdene Court at around 8am.

Officers say it is part of an investigation into the supply of Class A drugs on the Island.

A 24-year-old man from Bembridge has been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs and possession of ammunition without a license, according to Hampshire Constabulary.

Cannabis and ammunition were discovered at the property by police.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said:

'Officers conducted a warrant at an address on Willowdene Court, Bembridge, in relation to an ongoing drugs supply investigation.

'The warrant was executed at around 8am today, 27 February.

'A 24-year-old man from Bembridge has been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs and possession of ammunition without a license.

'He remains in custody at this time.

'A quantity of cannabis and ammunition have been seized from the address.'

Anyone with information should call police on 101.

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