HM Customs officers have had a busy week, making four significant arrests related to drug offences. 

On Friday 21st March, the flexible team arrested an individual attempting to enter through the pedestrian entry point with 550 grams of cannabis resin. A search warrant was executed and the individual's flat was searched, where further cannabis was found along with drug paraphernalia. The individual was arrested on charges of possession, importation and possession with intent to supply a Class B drug. This seizure is part of an ongoing effort to combat illegal importation at our borders. 

Later that evening, another individual was stopped at the pedestrian entry and upon being searched was found in possession of 1.82g of cannabis. The individual was arrested for possession and importation of a Class B drug. 

Then, on Saturday 22nd March, officers conducting routine questioning at the airport arrested a third individual who was found with 11.6 grams of cannabis resin and a mix of herbal cannabis. This arrest also involved possession of a Class B drug. 

On Monday 24th March, the flexible team were monitoring the land frontier when they noticed two individuals acting suspiciously. The pair headed towards Western Beach, where they were stopped, questioned, and taken to Four Corners Station. The dog section was called in to carry out a search of both their vehicles, resulting in the seizure of 100g of a cannabis resin. One individual was charged with possession of a Class B Drug. 

All individuals were released on bail pending further investigation. 

A statement ended: “HM Customs remains committed to disrupting the illegal drug trade and ensuring that those involved face the consequences of their actions. It will continue to monitor and enforce strict measures to prevent the importation of illegal substances, ensuring the safety and security of the public.”