Police seize drugs in Halesowen crime crackdown
Police have seized drugs and searched for weapons after responding to concerns in and around Halesowen.
Officers spent a day in the town on Thursday last week after hearing from residents that there were worrying issues in the area.
The team recovered cannabis and drug paraphernalia from an address in Drews Holloway. Enquiries are now ongoing.
Officers also set up a knife arch near the town’s bus station, while a police dog was on hand to sniff out anyone believed to be carrying drugs.
Police carried out searches in open spaces to ensure the area was safe from weapons, and also worked with a Speedwatch group in Halesowen North, where 26 drivers were caught speeding.
The force also arrested a 32-year-old man for failing to appear at court on suspicion of assault.
The day of action involved teams from other areas of the force, Street Watch volunteers, and other partners, including Halesowen BID and National Express.
Sergeant Jenni Griffin, from the Halesowen neighbourhood team, said: "The focus of the day was to tackle the use of drugs, knife crime and further speak with our communities.
"We want people to feel safe in Halesowen, hopefully reassure them we are doing all we can to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour."
