Dear Resident

Yesterday, 8th April, PCs Gleeson & Smith from Wakefield Central NPT East were on proactive patrols in the Portobello area, when acting upon intelligence they located a youth on the estate who was subjected to a stop and search under the misuse of drugs act.

The young male was found to be in possession of cannabis which is a class B drug. Suspecting the male had drugs secreted on his body, the young male was arrested and taken into custody where a package was found secreted within his clothing. The package contained a large quantity of suspected crack cocaine and heroin. 

The male was arrested on suspicion of:
Concerned in the supply of class A drug
Possess a controlled drug of class B- Cannabis
Possess with intent to supply a controlled drug of class A - Heroin
Possess with intent to supply a controlled drug of class A - Crack Cocaine.

A full investigation is now ongoing. 

We will always act on credible information in a bid to reduce crime and protect our communities and the vulnerable children who are being exploited by organised crime groups. 

You can report drug use / drug dealing in your area via the WYP website: 

Report drug use / drug dealing | West Yorkshire Police

Alternatively, you can report anonymously via CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111