Speedy Skegby Chase Ends in Arrest Over Drugs and Knife
Plain-clothed cops spotted a black Skoda Fabia acting suspiciously in Skegby just after 11am on Tuesday, 18 July. When they pulled the car over, the driver sped off on foot, dashing into a garden on Healdswood Street before leaping over a fence.
Suspect Nabbed Near Library, Drugs Found
The man, 32, was caught close to Skegby Library on Mansfield Road. Police found a stash of cash and cannabis dumped near the fence. A helpful member of the public tipped off officers about something else thrown into nearby bushes.
Kinder Surprise Holds Cocaine Reveal
Hidden inside a Kinder Surprise plastic egg were several twisted wraps of white powder, believed to be cocaine. Tests are now underway to confirm the substance.
Multiple Charges: Drugs and Offensive Weapon
The 32-year-old was arrested for possession with intent to supply Class A and B drugs. A search also uncovered a belt buckle knife, leading to a further charge for carrying an offensive weapon in a public place.
Neighbourhood Inspector Jon Hewitt said: “This suspect thought he could outrun the police and brazenly discard the items we believed he had on him. However, both officers gave chase, and we arrested him for three offences. We have also taken a number of drugs off the streets as a result and an offensive weapon.
“We would also like to thank the member of the public who directed officers to where a Kinder Surprise egg had been discarded.
“We take any reports of drug dealing in our area extremely seriously and we will be out every day ensuring those who cause the most harm to our communities are caught and their operations foiled or heavily disrupted.”
