Arrests and raids across Sussex during drug crackdown

Eight people have been arrests after police seized thousands of pounds worth of drugs during warrants across Sussex.

Officers from Sussex Police’s West Sussex Community Investigation Team (CIT), searched 11 homes in Arundel, Brighton, Crawley, Peacehaven and Shoreham last Wednesday (June 26th).

More than a kilogramme of cannabis was seized across the addresses, along with more than £60,000 in cash, weapons, class A drugs and vehicles.

All those detained were held on suspicion of the importation of cannabis and being concerned in the supply of cannabis.

They have all been released on bail pending further investigation.

Hundreds of officers were involved in the operation to crack down on the importation of drugs from overseas.

Detective Inspector Gary Jacobs from Sussex Police said:

"The day of action shows our robust stance on organised drug crime and the importance of CIT in reducing drug related harm in our communities.

"Our officers and staff worked extremely hard on the day to ensure arrests were made and key evidence was recovered on the day.

"CIT will investigate every warrant and do our best to charge suspects and put them before the courts."

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