Two arrests made in Nuneaton yesterday for suspected drug offences

A man and a woman from Nuneaton were arrested yesterday (8 March) after officers witnessed a suspected drug deal taking place in Towerview Crescent, Nuneaton.

An 18-year-old man was detained for search as he exited a property.  He was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of controlled drugs after a large quantity of cash and a suspected burner phone were found.  A later search in custody revealed he had also been carrying a quantity of suspected drugs, and the man was further arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply class A drugs.

The property in Towerview Crescent was also searched and suspected class A drugs were seized.  A 55-year-old-woman was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of controlled drugs.

The man and woman have both been released on bail while enquiries continue.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting incident reference 158 of 8 March 2020.

Reports can also be made anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.