A teenager has been arrested after police were alerted to drug dealing in Ramsgate.

Officers were on patrol in the area when they pursued a man on foot in Hereson Road in the afternoon of Thursday, January 16.

A package containing suspected Class A drugs was recovered by police at the scene.

An 18-year-old man, of no fixed address, was arrested on suspicion of possessing drugs with intent to supply and has been released under investigation.

Officers would like to identify a member of the public who helped detain the man but left without speaking to patrols. They are asked to call police on 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/9693/20.

Witnesses who may have seen something suspicious in the area between 1pm and 1.45pm on the same day are asked to come forward as well.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or using the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org.

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