Teenagers arrested for drug and robbery offences in Swindon

Police were on foot patrol in the town centre earlier this week

Author: Oliver MorganPublished 7th Nov 2024

Two teenagers have been bailed - following their arrest for drug and robbery offences in Swindon.

Officers came across the pair in the town centre earlier this week.

Swindon Police said: "Two teenagers have been arrested for drug and robbery offences following an incident in Swindon.

"At just before 2.45pm on Monday (04/11) officers on foot patrol in Swindon town centre came across two young males wearing balaclavas in a well-known spot of drug dealing.

"A 17-year-old was arrested and charged for possession with intent to supply a class A drug, while a 14-year-old was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of a class A drug.

"The 17-year-old was later also arrested and charged with robbery after an incident on October 18 when a bike was stolen on Princes Street.

"He appeared at Swindon Youth Court earlier today (06/11) pleading guilty to the robbery and not guilty to the drug offence. He has been released on bail until March 11, 2025.

"The 14-year-old boy has been released on bail pending further enquiries."

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