Suspected drug dealers operating from a churchyard have been arrested after police found a backpack stashed with £10,000 worth of cannabis.

Officers were alerted to suspicious activity in the graveyard at St John's Church in Victoria Road, Margate.

They visited on Wednesday afternoon to find a group of people.

One man, who tried to flee on an e scooter, was detained and a rucksack filled with cannabis was seized.

A quantity of cash was also recovered.

A 25-year-old man and a 21-year-old woman, both from Margate, were arrested on suspicion of possessing drugs with intent to supply.

They have been released on bail pending further investigation.

Inspector Ian Swallow said: "If residents believe drug dealing is taking place in their street or community, it’s important they report it to Kent Police so officers can follow up that information and take action to identify who is responsible for this illegal activity.

"Working together, we can keep Thanet a safe place and send out a message to anyone dealing illegal drugs that they are not welcome in the district."