Man arrested following large cannabis seizure in Solihull

A man has been arrested after police seized a large amount of cannabis from a car in Solihull.

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Officers from West Midlands Police's  Solihull Response team were patrolling around the area at around midnight when they spotted two vehicles, a car and a van, driving at speed on Blossomfield Road. 

Part of the haul which was retrieved from the car in Solihull
Part of the haul which was retrieved from the car in Solihull

The two vehicles failed to stop for officers before the van was found abandoned.

After searching the van, officers found a one tonne bulk bag full of cannabis. 

A 37-year-old man was then located nearby and arrested on suspicion of possession of Class B drugs with intent to supply. He remains in custody as police enquiries continue.

A force spokesperson said: "If you spot suspicious activity in your area call us on 101 or message us on the Live Chat function on our website.

"In an emergency always call 999."