Police launched a daring midday raid on Simone Weil Avenue, Ashford, after receiving tip-offs about suspicious activity on Monday, April 13, 2026.

Four Arrested in Big Class A Drugs Crackdown

Officers stopped a 20-year-old man and seized two mobile phones during a search. He was swiftly arrested on suspicion of drug supply. Further raids uncovered wraps believed to contain heroin and crack cocaine. Two 17-year-old boys were also nabbed on drug offence charges.

Knives and Cannabis Found in Follow-Up Raid

The police then raided a second nearby address, uncovering cannabis, drug paraphernalia, and knives. A 42-year-old woman was arrested at the scene. All four remain in custody as police step up their crackdown on Ashford’s drug trade.

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