Man arrested on way to Sheffield drug den moments after police raid

South Yorkshire Police said the man was arrested yesterday as officers were leaving a flat in Richmond Street, Burngreave, which had been raided as part of an investigation into the supply of drugs.

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Officers had just officially ‘closed down’ the flat, making it illegal for anyone to enter the property, when they found a 28-year-old man making his way there for supplies.

Checks revealed that he was wanted by officers for failing to appear at Sheffield Magistrates’ Court over a criminal damage charge.

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He was arrested and appeared at court that day.

Officers raided two homes in Burngreave yesterday in an effort to tackle drug issues in the community.

In a Facebook post, the Sheffield North East neighbourhood policing team said: “The team executed two misuse of drugs warrants which resulted in closing down a flat in the Burngreave area which is being used to facilitate the supply of drugs.

“On our way out of the address, a male was spotted making his way to that very property to buy drugs and was detained by members of our team.

“After doing our checks, this male was wanted for failing to appear at Sheffield Magistrates’ Court for criminal damage. He was arrested and put before the courts.”

To report those involved in the supply of drugs in Sheffield communities, call South Yorkshire Police on 101.

Crimestoppers can also be contacted, anonymously, on 0800 555111.

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