A PWLLHELI man has been arrested on suspicion of possessing with intent to supply Class A controlled drugs during a targeted operation by police.

The man in his forties was arrested along with a Merseyside man in his twenties on Bangor High Street last Tuesday.

Detective Sergeant Andy Davies at Caernarfon CID said: “Following interview both were bailed to return to the police station at a later date so officers can complete their investigation.

“The arrests are part of ‘Operation Rattle’ which includes targeting those criminals in ‘street dealing’ and the associated violence it inevitably brings with it.

“Under the umbrella of Operation Scorpion, NWPs continue to fight against serious and organised crime in the region, Operation Rattle is a local response to address concerns raised by local communities.

“This is an on-going operation and further action is planned. It is vitally important we listen to concerns from our local communities and where necessary take proportionate and positive action. Possession and distribution of controlled drugs will not be tolerated in our communities and we will continue to take positive, robust action."

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