Three arrested after drug raid at Rubery shop

Three people have been arrested after police raided a shop in Rubery

Three people have been arrested after a large quantity of nitrous oxide cannisters were seized from a shop in Worcestershire, police have said.

West Mercia Police said they found 107 one litre cannisters of nitrous oxide, along with other paraphernalia such as balloons and bags, in Rubery on Thursday night.

Mobile phones and evidential documents were also seized by officers in the drugs raid, as well as a quantity of illegal vapes, which were removed by Trading Standards.

Two people in their 20s and one in their 30s were arrested under suspicion of possession with intent to supply a class C drug and remain in custody.

PC Max Unitt said: "We're grateful for the continued support from our local community, many of whom told us they wanted action taken. Your information helps us make a real difference."

Nitrous oxide - commonly known as "laughing gas" - is a colourless gas that can be misused as a recreational drug.

As of November 2023, nitrous oxide is classified as a Class C controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971.

It is illegal to possess, supply, or sell nitrous oxide for recreational use.