UPDATE Men arrested after drugs operation in Ripon

Update 12.02.2024

Following further investigations, the man in his 20s has been charged with possession with intent to supply class-A and class-B drugs.

He was remanded and appeared before York Magistrates' Court on Saturday (10 February). 

The man in his 50s has been released under investigation while enquiries continue.

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Original appeal: 09.02.2024

Police have arrested two men and seized suspected class-A and class-B drugs after carrying out a warrant operation at a Ripon pub today.

Officers entered and searched the South Lodge on Harrogate Road this morning.

A man in his 20s and a man in his 50s have been arrested on suspicion of drugs offences.

They are currently in police custody while the investigation continues.

The substances will be sent for lab analysis as part of the investigation.

A number of items were seized including what is believed to be cocaine, cannabis and items relating to drug supply.

Harrogate Outer Neighbourhood Policing Team led the operation.

Sergeant Pierre Olesqui, from the team, said: “If you have any concerns about drugs in your community, we want to hear from you.

“We regularly act on information supplied by residents who want to ensure their community stays safe and drug-free.”

To share information about drugs where you live, click here to provide details.

You can also call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and select option 1, or contact the charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.