ESSEX Police have arrested two people in connection with drug dealing in Maldon.
On Monday, officers stopped a vehicle and uncovered cocaine and cash, leading to the arrest of a man.
He has been charged and remanded by the court.
Yesterday, Maldon officers pulled over a vehicle of interest, where a significant amount of suspected cocaine and cash were found.
The driver was arrested on suspicion of possessing cocaine with intent to supply, as well as driving without insurance and query immigration matters.
Alongside these arrests, officers have also been monitoring the road network in joint operations with Maldon council.
These checks are targeting drink and drug drivers, as well as those who speed or drive dangerously, ensuring that our roads remain safe for everyone.
Speaking after the arrests, Sergeant Matt Dalby of the Maldon town team said: “I am incredibly proud of the professionalism and determination that the Maldon policing teams are displaying in tackling criminality head on.
"Maldon is a safe place to live and work and we intend to keep it that way.
"If you are dealing drugs in Maldon or committing any type of criminality, we are probably already looking for you and we look forward to speaking with you soon."
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