Residents called police at 8pm last night, reporting drug use in Clarendon Court, Gravesend.

Police spokesman, Vicki Foster, said: “A man was arrested after police saw him throw some small bags into a nearby bush.

“Police found six small bags which were believed to contain cannabis. Officers also found a further 11 small bags nearby."

The man, who is from the town, was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply cannabis and remains in custody.