Two arrested after two kilograms of cannabis by police who initially stopped BMW
Two men have been arrested after bags full of cannabis were discovered in a car.
Staffordshire Police has confirmed that two men, both aged in their 30s, have been arrested after officers discovered approximately two kilos of cannabis, cash and mobile phones linked to a local drug supply in Cannock.
The arrests took place at around 6.50pm on Wednesday when officers from the major and organised crime team stopped a silver BMW on Mercury Road.
Upon searching the vehicle, officers discovered a quantity of cash and two mobile phones inside.
Officers later went on to search an address, spotting a man trying to escape who was subsequently stopped.
The man was found with around a kilo of cannabis and arrested.
A vehicle nearby was also searched, leading to the discovery of more cannabis, estimated to be around one kilogram, as well as £3,000 in cash.
A West Midlands Police spokesperson said: "A 36-year-old man, from Cannock, has been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of cannabis.
"A 30-year-old man, from Cannock, has been arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply cannabis.
"Both men were questioned in custody and released under investigation while inquiries continue."
