Three men have been arrested after drugs, cash and CS spray were recovered in Billingham.

Police conducted a search of a vehicle in the Billingham area yesterday afternoon with the assistance from police dog Sam.

Cash, CS spray and a quantity of class A drugs were recovered from the vehicle.

The male driver of the vehicle aged 23 was arrested on suspicion of drug driving, possessing class A drugs with intent to supply, possessing a noxious substance and acquiring criminal property.

Two other males aged 34 and 23 were also arrested in connection with the incident.

All of the men remain in custody and enquiries are ongoing.

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