Essex Police Nab Driver with 41 Bags of Class A Drugs in Brentwood
Essex Police stopped a car in Running Waters, Brentwood, on Friday, January 2, after spotting it was uninsured. What unfolded was a massive drug bust.
Driver Gives False Details and Dodges Tests
The 61-year-old London driver gave fake information and flat-out refused roadside breath and drug tests just after 1pm. This immediately set off alarm bells for officers.
41 Bags of Suspected Class A Drugs Found in Car
Following the arrest, police searched the vehicle and discovered 41 bags packed with suspected Class A drugs. The man now faces multiple charges:
- Possession with intent to supply Class A drugs
- Driving without insurance
- Driving without a valid licence
- Failing to provide a specimen for testing
Strong Police Action Against Road Crime
Chief Inspector Jennifer Bliss said: “Criminal use of our roads is unfortunately something we continue to see – and that’s why our roads officers play such a critical role in tackling those who cause harm in our communities, whether that is through driving behaviour or wider criminality.”
