Three held as drugs and weapons found in Doncaster area police raid
The trio were held following a raid by police
Three people have been arrested and drugs and weapons discovered after police raided a Doncaster area house.
Officers from Humberside Police raided the property in Epworth yesterday (Monday).
A Humberside Police spokesperson said: “Following concerns raised by residents, local Neighbourhood Beat Officers and Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) have executed another warrant in Epworth in the Isle of Axholme alongside our Kinetic Intervention Team.
“They forced entry into a property on Axholme Drive where a quantity of suspected cannabis plants were discovered, as well as multiple components from what are believed to be firearms.
“As a result, a 37-year-old man, 38-year-old man, and 54-year-old woman were all arrested at the address on suspicion of cultivation of cannabis and possession of a firearm without a certificate.
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“Please be reassured that whilst you may not always see immediate action, the information you provide is crucial to allow us to build a case and gather evidence to make a difference where you live.
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