AN EASTLEIGH man has been arrested after cannabis was seized from an address in Fair Oak.

A 29-year-old man from Eastleigh has been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of Class B drugs, and handling of stolen goods, following the execution of a warrant at a property in Durley Road.

Officers executed a warrant shortly before 9am this morning and a quantity of cannabis was located, along with marine equipment including a Jet Ski which is "suspected to be stolen".

The man remains in custody and officers remain at the scene, carrying out a further search of the property and its land.

A Hampshire Police spokesperson said: "We have executed a warrant at a property in Durley Road, between Fair Oak and Horton’s Heath today as part of an investigation into drug supply. The warrant was executed shortly before 9am. A quantity of cannabis was located, along with some marine equipment (such as a Jet Ski) which is suspected to be stolen.

"As part of the operation we have arrested a 29-year-old man from Eastleigh on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of Class B drugs, and handling stolen goods. He remains in custody at this time.

"Like many towns and villages in the UK, we know that drug-related activity also goes on in Eastleigh and we want to ensure that you are aware of what we are doing to tackle the issue, and this work is part of that. Drug supply is often linked to a variety of other crimes, like theft, burglary, robbery and serious violence, which is why it is so vital we identify the root of the issue.

"It’s really important that we tell you about this work we’re doing, and that you help us reduce the issue by letting us know what is going on in your neighbourhood. Without information we receive from the community, we are unable to take on this kind of work."

Residents who suspect that an address in their neighbourhood is being used for drug-dealing, drug-related activity or associated crime are encouraged to call 101, or the anonymous Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.