A 16-year-old boy has been arrested following police raids in Wombourne that uncovered a stash of BB guns, cannabis, and weighing scales. The teenager, from Wombourne, was taken into custody on suspicion of possession with intent to supply cannabis after officers executed warrants at two properties on Brook Road and Battlefield Lane on Thursday morning, July 16.
Details of the Raids
Staffordshire Police officers, supported by the special constabulary, dog unit, central firearms team, and tactical support teams, conducted the coordinated searches. Alongside the drugs and air weapons, they also discovered scales, indicating potential drug supply activity. The operation was based on intelligence regarding potential firearms and drug supply in the local area.
Police Statement
A Staffordshire Police spokesperson said: "We have arrested a teenager after finding a number of BB guns and drugs across two warrants in Wombourne. Officers searched two homes on Brook Road and Battlefield Lane this morning. Alongside the drugs and air weapons, we also found scales. A 16-year-old boy, from Wombourne, has been arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply cannabis. He will be questioned in custody."
Community Reassurance
Chief Inspector Kelly Wareing, from the south Staffordshire local policing team, added: "Local officers have acted on intelligence over potential firearms and drug supply in the local area to carry out these warrants today, supported by the special constabulary, dog unit, central firearms and tactical support teams. We are working hard to identify those involved in serious and organised crime in our communities and to action intelligence as quickly and effectively as possible. I’d encourage anyone who is concerned about potential drug dealing in your area to get in touch with us so that we can take action and make our streets as safe as possible."
How to Report Concerns
Residents concerned about drug dealing in their area can report it by calling 101. To remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
