Police come away with drugs haul following pulling over car on Stoke-on-Trent street

A routine traffic stop on Keelings Drive, Trent Vale, led to the discovery of cannabis, cocaine, and cash, prompting a police raid on a nearby property. The incident unfolded on February 8, resulting in the arrest of a 20-year-old man from Stoke-on-Trent on suspicion of drug-related offences.

Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Bust

At around 9:10 pm, Staffordshire Police stopped a vehicle on Keelings Drive, a residential street between London Road and the A34. During the stop, officers found cannabis, cash, and a mobile phone in the car. This discovery led them to search a property in the area, where they seized cocaine, additional cannabis, and more cash.

Arrest and Ongoing Investigation

A 20-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply a controlled Class B drug (cannabis). However, police later released him under investigation while further inquiries continue.

A Staffordshire Police spokesperson stated:
“Officers stopped a car on Keelings Drive, Trent Vale, at around 9:10 pm on February 8. They found cannabis, cash, and a mobile phone. Following this, a property in the town was searched, leading to the seizure of cocaine, cannabis, and cash.”

Appeal for Witnesses

Authorities are urging witnesses or anyone with information about the case to come forward. Individuals can contact Staffordshire Police on 101, quoting incident 654 of February 8.

This incident highlights the police’s ongoing efforts to tackle drug-related crime in Stoke-on-Trent. While one suspect has been arrested, the investigation remains open as officers work to determine the full extent of the illegal activities. The public is encouraged to report any suspicious activities to assist in keeping the community safe.

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