A man has been arrested after drugs and more than £2,000 in cash were found in Thamesmead.
On Friday night (January 6), officers stopped and searched a man in Thamesmead who was found with a quantity of drugs and more than £2,000 - which police suspect to be a day’s earnings.
The man was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply and breach of court order.
The cash was seized, and police are making financial enquiries to ensure this is retained.
A spokesperson for Bexley MPS said: “Great Friday and Saturday Late shift for Thamesmead and Belvedere SNT who have caused some serious damage to the local drug supply chain.
“On Friday 6th of January officers stopped and searched a male in Thamesmead who was found with a quantity of drugs and over £2000 suspected to be his day’s earnings.
“The male was arrested for possession with intent to supply and breach of court order.
“The cash was seized, and we are now making financial enquiries to ensure this is retained.”
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