Early morning drug raid in Waterlooville
A large amount of drugs, cash and a machete were seized
Last updated 5th Apr 2023
A large amount of drugs has been seized during an early morning raid in Waterlooville.
Three people in their 20s were arrested at a home on Carey Lane before 7am this morning (Wednesday 5 April 2023).
£4,000 in cash, mobile phones and a machete were also recovered.
The suspected drugs are currently being counted and tested, however they are believed to carry a street value worth thousands of pounds.
Several mobile phones and a machete were also seized.
A 29-year-old man from Waterlooville, a 25-year-old man from Portsmouth and a 27-year-old woman from Waterlooville have been arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs and possession of criminal property.
This forms part of our ongoing efforts to tackle drug-related harm and supply across Waterlooville, following information submitted by you via a recent community survey.
Police say they want to reassure the public they are listening and acting on concerns.
People are being encouraged to keep reporting information about drugs supply and suspicious behaviour in their neighbourhood. Officers say the information provided will be looked into and will form part of their wider intelligence picture.
Report via 101 or the Hampshire Police online reporting tool here.
Always call 999 in an emergency or if a crime is in progress.