A driver caught drug driving while uninsured in Sheffield was found with two mobile phones and more than £1,000 in cash, say police.

The 27-year-old male was pulled over by police in a black Mercedes on Chippinghouse Road, which is near Abbeydale Road, on March 17. After he was found to have no insurance a search of the car uncovered drug paraphernalia.

He was given a roadside drug swipe, testing positive for cannabis, and then arrested on suspicion of drug driving and driving without insurance.

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The 27-year-old male was pulled over by police in a black Mercedes on Chippinghouse Road

placeholder image — The 27-year-old male was pulled over by police in a black Mercedes on Chippinghouse Road

The man was searched and found to be in possession of two mobile phones and more than £1,000 in cash.

Police say as a result he was further arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of drugs. A later search of his address was carried out the following day.

During the search suspected Class A drugs were found. Police have confirmed the male has since been bailed pending further enquiries.