Three people have been arrested on suspicion of drug offences following a police raid.

The warrant was executed yesterday morning in Tontine Street, Folkestone, under the Misuse of Drugs Act.

At about 10am officers from the Community Policing Team arrested two men and a woman and seized about 50 wraps of suspected crack cocaine and heroin.

They also seized a small amount of cannabis.

An 18-year-old man from London is in custody on suspicion of possession with intent to supply heroin.

A 52-year-old man from Folkestone was arrested on suspicion of allowing his property to be used for the supply of drugs.

And a 33-year-old woman, also from Folkestone, was detained on suspicion of being concerned with the supply of drugs.

The latter two have been released under investigation.

Inspector Maxine Harris from the Community Safety Unit in Folkestone said: "We will continue to proactively pursue anyone we believe is involved with drugs in our community and target those individuals intent on supplying to the streets of Folkestone.

"The drugs warrant coincided with our collaborative work in trying to keep the town safe. This is something we do on a regular basis to support lawful action and improve public safety."

The raid coincided with a special operation between police, Folkestone and Hythe District Council's Community Safety Unit and other partner agencies to deal with reports of anti-social behaviour, noise and nuisance in the area.

Police and partners including immigration officers and Kent Fire and Rescue Service also visited people living and working in that location throughout the day to identify any problems that may be affecting their quality of life.

The multi-agency walkabout was set up to tackle environmental issues such as littering and graffiti and reduce crime including drug dealing in the streets.

They were also focussing on anti-social behaviour and safeguarding vulnerable people.

Clr Jenny Hollingsbee, district council cabinet member for communities, said: "I’m delighted the day was a success. Residents have a right to feel safe in their homes and communities and we hope that they feel reassured that our teams and other agencies take their concerns seriously."

Insp Harris also appealed to people to tell them if they think any suspicious behaviour is taking place in their community by calling 101 or 999 in an emergency.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or via their Anonymous Online Form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

She said: "No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court or have to speak to police when contacting Crimestoppers."