Southampton Man Arrested After Class A Drugs Seized During Vehicle Stop in Havant

A 45 year old man from Southampton has been arrested after police discovered more than 30 bags of suspected Class A drugs during a vehicle stop in Havant.

Officers from the Roads Policing Unit (RPU) B-Relief carried out a proactive stop on a vehicle in Petersfield Road, Havant, this morning (25 October). The action followed community intelligence regarding suspected drug activity in the area.

During a search of the vehicle, officers reportedly uncovered in excess of 30 bags containing what is believed to be Class A drugs, concealed within the car. Around £640 in cash was also seized at the scene.

The driver was subjected to a roadside drug test, which returned a positive result for cocaine. He was subsequently arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs and driving a motor vehicle with a proportion of a controlled drug above the specified limit.

The man remains in police custody while enquiries continue.

This arrest demonstrates the value of information provided by the community and the unit’s commitment to tackling drug-related crime on local roads.

Police have encouraged anyone with information about drug activity in their area to contact them via 101 or through Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.