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Police seize half a kilo of Class A drugs near Watchwell Drove

Local News by Laura Linham 30th Jan 2026  
Police seized around 0.5 kg of suspected Class A drugs near Butleigh. (File photo)
Police seized around 0.5 kg of suspected Class A drugs near Butleigh. (File photo)
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Street and Glastonbury neighbourhood officers have seized around half a kilogram of suspected Class A drugs during an operation near Watchwell Drove, close to Butleigh and Baltonsborough.

The seizure was made on 28 January. Police confirmed the drugs have been removed from circulation and that an investigation is underway.

No arrests or further details have been confirmed at this stage.

Residents with information are urged to contact police. Call 101 for non-emergencies, or 999 if a crime is in progress. Anonymous reports can be made via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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