POLICE have made seven arrests in an operation to target drug crime in parts of Kent.

The first part of the operation targeted street dealing in Dover Road and Harbour Way, in Folkestone, on February 26 and led to three arrests including one for possession of class A drugs.

The second part of the operation took place the following day when five warrants were carried out under the Misuse of Drugs Act at addresses across Folkestone and Hythe.

This led to one arrest for possession of class A and class C Drugs and Breach of bail conditions. Two arrests were made for possession of class C Drugs and one arrest for possession with intent to supply class C Drugs. A significant quantity of cash was also seized.

All those arrested have been released on bail while officers carry out further inquiries.

Insp Ivan Pickering from the Neighbourhood Policing and Crime Reduction Unit said: "Our Neighbourhood policing teams and PCSOs have built up a good rapport with local people who are fed up of having drugs in their neighbourhoods and want us to tackle the problem.

"Therefore, please continue to tell us when and where drugs are being sold and who is involved."

People are asked to contact police on 01303 850055 for non-emergency calls, or 999 in an emergency.