Man, 21, arrested on suspicion of drug supply after foot chase in Accrington
A 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of drug offences following a late-night police response in Accrington.
Officers were called to reports of suspicious activity on Peel Street at around 11pm on Thursday.
Police said a man matching the description provided by the caller was located in the area but ran off when approached by officers.
Following a brief foot chase, officers detained the suspect - a 21-year-old man from Great Harwood - and carried out a search under Section 1 of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984.
During the search, officers seized a quantity of drugs believed to be cocaine.
The man was arrested on suspicion of supplying controlled drugs and remains in police custody.
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