POLICE action in the centre of St Austell resulted in a man being arrested for allegedly being involved in the supply of Class A drugs.

A number of police vehicles parked up in the town centre as police acted under a drug-related warrant.

The suspect was also arrested over allegedly handling stolen goods.

A spokesperson for St Austell Police said: “On Friday, October16, St Austell Neighbourhood Team, the East Cornwall Neighbourhood Support Team and the local dog unit teamed up to complete a drug-related warrant in the town centre. One male has been arrested, interviewed and bailed.

“Thank you to all road-users and residents for your patience whilst the warrant was executed. We remain committed to dealing with the supply of drugs in our town.

“If you see or know of any drug dealing in our town, report it anonymously via https://orlo.uk/1OmNh.”