Three arrested in Alderbury

Wednesday, 5 April 2023 at 01:00

Wiltshire Police have arrested three people on suspicion of drugs and theft offences following a vehicle stop in Alderbury.

In a short statement, Wiltshire Police said: "On Sunday evening (02/04), officers sighted an Audi on the A36 near Alderbury which had been reported as being taken without the owner’s permission the night before.

"Officers brought the vehicle to a safe stop, and a quantity of Class B drugs was located.

"Two males, a 23-year-old and 17-year-old, and a 16-year-old girl were arrested on suspicion of taking a vehicle without owner’s consent and possession with intent to supply Class B drugs.

"The 23-year-old man was also arrested for driving otherwise in accordance with a licence and no insurance.

"The vehicle was seized and the three suspects have been bailed pending further enquiries.

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