Police have raided another four properties in their continued clampdown on drugs in Braintree.
Homes in Lister Road, Bailey Bridge Road, Notley Road and Rifle Hill were raided between Tuesday and Friday last week.
Police arrested a 44-year-old local man on suspicion of Class A drugs offences.
He has been bailed to report to Braintree Police Station on October 19.
A second man was cautioned for possession of cannabis.
Inspector Chris Tyler, of Braintree police, said: “We are continuing our operation against illegal drugs in the Braintree area, and I would urge anyone still considering using illegal substances to seek help now.”
Addicts can contact the Essex Young People’s Drug and Alcohol Service on 01245 493311, the Essex Drug and Alcohol Team on 01245 434646, or Open Road on 01376 552763.
Members of the public with information about drugs issues should contact neighbourhood policing sergeants John Reynolds and Matt Crow at Braintree Police Station on 0300 333 4444 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
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