Hampshire Police raid homes in Gosport

Officers swooped on two properties in Parham Road, Gosport last night.

The following people were arrested and remain in custody at this time:

• A 59-year-old man from Gosport, arrested on suspicion of possession of a class B drug with intent to supply
• A 47-year-old man from Gosport, arrested on suspicion of possession of a class B drug with intent to supply
• A 51-year-old woman from Fareham, arrested on suspicion of possession of a class B drug with intent to supply
• A 43-year-old man from Gosport, arrested on suspicion of possession of a class A drug with intent to supply, being concerned in the supply of class A drugs, and possession of a weapon for the discharge of a noxious liquid or gas (namely pepper spray)
• A 40-year-old woman from Gosport, arrested on suspicion of possession of a weapon for the discharge of a noxious liquid or gas (namely pepper spray)
• A 41-year-old man from Essex, arrested on suspicion of possession of a class A drug with intent to supply, and possession of a weapon for the discharge of a noxious liquid or gas (namely pepper spray)

According to Hampshire Police, the raids were part of the 'Fortress Campaign'.

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The campaign aims to tackle the "supply of drugs, reducing demand and rebuilding communities".

Police are urging residents to report suspicious of drug-related activity impacting their neighbourhoods.

They should call 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.