A MAN was arrested on suspicion of drug offenses after he was stopped during a speeding operation in Maldon.

The 42-year-old man from Mayland was stopped by officers from the Casualty Reduction Section after he was spotted travelling above the speed limit on the A414 Maldon Bypass just before 9pm on Friday.

He was arrested on suspicion of drug driving and possession with intent to supply drugs other than class A.

The man has been released on bail pending further investigation until August 1. 

Officers from the Casualty Reduction Section had been carrying out checks following concerns raised by members of the public about speeding in the area.