Arrest in connection with drugs offences, Gainsborough

A search warrant at a property in Gainsborough this morning (6 December) has led to the discovery of Class B drugs and car diagnostic equipment.

Officers from the Gainsborough Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) executed the warrant at a property in Lea Road at 7am this morning following community intelligence and ongoing police work relating to the address.

Once inside they recovered Class B cannabis and the car equipment, which has been seized. Officers are now conducting enquiries to see if the car equipment may be related any ongoing police investigations.

A 51-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of possession of Class B drugs and possession with intent to supply Class A drugs. He remains in police custody.

Officers remain in the local area today carrying out further enquiries.

The warrant today is the latest in a series of proactive investigations and arrests made by the local policing team, which has the safety of its community at the heart of all policing activity.

We would continue to urge our local community to report issues in their area, or submit intelligence anonymously via Crimestoppers. This on-the-ground intelligence means we can understand where there is an issue and respond appropriately.