An adapted shotgun, crossbows and flashbang grenades were seized during a police raid on a Kent home.

Officers searched the Canterbury property after suspicions were raised about the owner of the house.

The man, who is in his 50s, was arrested on suspicion of firearms offences and later released under investigation as inquiries continue.

He was one of 11 people detained by detectives working for Kent Police's rural task force in February, as officers clamp down on countryside crime across the county.

Sgt Darren Walshaw said: "As we head into spring we continue to target those hare coursing and are working closely with our colleagues in the seven-force collaboration to effectively tackle the problem.

"We have investigated 10 reports of livestock worrying, which is a concern as lambing season is underway.

"I cannot stress enough the importance of keeping your dog on a lead when it is near livestock, the consequences of letting a dog chase and attack sheep at this time of year can be devastating so please be responsible."

The officers have issued nine people with community protection orders for hare-coursing offences.

Information on the offenders has also been shared with seven neighbouring forces, which means the suspects can be taken to court if the suspects commit further crimes elsewhere.

Rural teams also seized 18 vehicles, reported 12 people for traffic offences, investigated 33 incidents of poaching and 18 wildlife crimes during the crackdown.

They have also arrested one person on suspicion of fly-tipping, while two others have been reported to court and one more has been issued with a fine for illicit waste dumping.