Late-night police patrols in Nottingham’s Sneinton and St Ann’s spotted a suspicious car zooming around at 1.45am on Monday (10 July).
Driver Tries to Make a Run for It
The vehicle was stopped on Manvers Street in Sneinton, but when officers tried to question one man inside, he bolted — leaping over a wall into thick bushes.
Officers gave chase and found him hiding in the undergrowth. He was quickly detained.
Drugs and Paraphernalia Found in Car
A search of the vehicle revealed bags stuffed with Class B drugs and drug paraphernalia, leading to immediate arrests.
- A 21-year-old man was arrested for possession with intent to supply Class B drugs and obstructing officers.
- A 20-year-old woman and a 17-year-old girl in the car were also held on suspicion of possession with intent to supply.
Police Praise Vigilance, Call for Info
Inspector Richard Markham said: “Reckless speeding motorists will always catch our eye. This stop is a perfect example of why we pull vehicles over and conduct thorough searches.
“We’ve taken a significant amount of illegal drugs off the streets tonight thanks to this arrest.”
“Our inquiry is ongoing. Anyone with information should call 101 quoting incident number 45 of 10 July 2023, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.”
