Man charged with drug offences in Hastings

Police have charged a man with drug offences in Hastings.

Andrew Walker, 41, of no fixed address, was arrested in Bohemia Road on Tuesday (31 January).

Following his arrest, a number of searches took place during which over ten kilos of drugs and cash were seized.

Walker was subsequently charged with being in possession with intent to supply a controlled drug of class A – cocaine, being in possession with intent to supply a controlled drug of class B and being in possession of criminal property.

He appeared before Brighton Magistrates’ Court on Thursday (2 February) and was remanded in custody to next appear before Lewes Crown Court on Thursday 2 March for a plea and trial preparation hearing.

Prevention Inspector Aidan Cornwall said: “Sussex Police is committed to protecting the people of Sussex from the harm that drugs can cause.

“A big part of this is working with our partners and other external agencies to stop the supply of drugs into our communities, while trying to help vulnerable users, offering support, as well as enforcement of the law.

“You can report information on drugs to us on the Sussex Police website. Alternatively, you can report anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org, or by calling 0800 555 111.”