A man, from Stafford, has been arrested on suspicion of monkey dust supply offences following a stop-and-search.

Yesterday afternoon (25 August), police stopped a vehicle on Common Road and found a phone with messages allegedly relating to the supply of drugs.

A search of an associated address revealed a further phone and scales.

A 35-year-old man, from Stafford, was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of monkey dust.

He has since been released under investigation while police inquiries continue.

Staffordshire Police said: "We are continuing our dedicated force priority, Operation Rivent, aimed at tackling the supply of monkey dust across the county.

"To report suspicious activity in your area, call us on 101, use Live Chat on our website or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

"To help us solve crimes in your area, register your CCTV or doorbell camera, for free, at https://orlo.uk/7WzGo"

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