Drugs suspect arrested during routine stop check in Shrewsbury
Police arrested a 49-year-old Shrewsbury man and seized a substance believed to be cocaine with a street value of around £20,000 at the weekend.
The man was arrested by officers on patrol in Featherbed Lane, Shrewsbury on Saturday afternoon after they stopped and checked the van he was driving.
A West Mercia Police spokesperson said today: "It was a routine stop check by officers on duty in the Sundorne area.
"The driver was arrested on suspicion of possessing cocaine, a Class A controlled drug with intent to supply after a substantial amount of suspected cocaine worth around £20,000 was found in his vehicle.
"He was taken into custody and given bail with conditions while police inquiries continue, including forensic examination of the substance seized."
The spokesperson added: "Tackling illegal drug use and associated crime continues to be a priority. We urge the public to call us on the 101 number if they suspect, or are aware of any such activity in their neighbourhood."
