Scarborough Police continue to target drug-related issues

Officers carried out a drugs warrant at an address on Eden Drive on Sunday

Author: Karen LiuPublished 14th Feb 2022
Last updated 14th Feb 2022

Scarborough Police say they are continuing to target drug-related issues in the town.

Yesterday morning (Sunday 13th February), officers from the Neighbourhood Policing Team, Professional Development Unit and Operational Support Unit carried out a drugs warrant at an address on Eden Drive.

North Yorkshire Police said:

"The intelligence-led operation was successful with various items seized from the property as part of an ongoing investigation.

"Residents will see a heightened presence in the area over the coming days as the Community Impact Team will be working in the neighbourhood.

"Officers from North Yorkshire Police, Scarborough Borough Council, local housing associations and North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Services will be some of the partner agencies in attendance.

"Any further information relating to this investigation should be passed to North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 1, and speak to the Force Control Room

"Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111

"Please quote reference number 12220025764"

The signs of drug dealing can include:

• Increased callers at a property at all times of the day or night

• Increase in cars pulling up for short periods of time

• Antisocial behaviour at a property

• Not seeing the resident for long periods of time

• Drug-related rubbish – small plastic bags, syringes

• Windows covered, or curtains closed for long periods

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