A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of supplying class A drugs in Basingstoke.

Officers made the arrest as part of a series of drugs raids which took place today (September 20) in Attwood Close, Berwyn Close and Pinkerton Road.

A 37-year-old man from Basingstoke was arrested on suspicion of possession of a controlled drug of Class A and possession with intent to supply of a controlled drug of Class B.

He is currently in police custody.

The raid was part of Hampshire Constabulary’s Operation Fortress campaign, which aims to reduce the harm of drug-related violence.  

The operation was led by Basingstoke’s Safer Neighbourhood Team, with help from officers from across the force, including the force support unit and a dog handler from the Joint Operations Unit.

Inspector Luke Aslam said: “Class A drugs and associated violence can blight the lives of users, their families and the local community.

“We are committed to disrupting those who come to Basingstoke to peddle these substances.

“They should be under no illusion – if you come to Basingstoke to deal class A drugs, expect to be arrested and prosecuted.”

During the operation officers seized a quantity of suspected Class A drugs and paraphernalia.

If anyone has any concerns about drugs related activity in the area they should contact 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously  on 0800 555 111.