Two men have been arrested and cannabis has been seized after specialist police raided a business that is suspected to be connected to drug activity. 

Officers from Middlesbrough Neighbourhood Team, Cleveland Police Operational Support Unit, the Dog Support Unit and the North East Regional Special Operations Unit (NERSOU) carried out a warrant at a business in Middlesbrough on Monday (September 11) after reports from members of the public.

The warrant at a premises on Parliament Road in Middlesbrough, was carried out after concerns were raised by the local community that the premises was being used in drug activity.

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A small amount of cannabis was recovered and two men were arrested.

A 53-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of criminal property but was later released without charge.

A 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of immigration offences and remains in police custody.

Anyone who may have information regarding drug activity in their local area is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101 or contact independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.