Police officers conducting a routine patrol on the M54 motorway made a significant discovery in the early hours of Tuesday morning, leading to the arrest of a man on suspicion of drug supply offences.
Early Hours Motorway Stop Leads to Discovery
At approximately 1am on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, officers from West Mercia Police pulled over a vehicle they deemed to be acting suspiciously. The stop occurred on the M54 near Junction 4, the Castlefarm Interchange, close to Telford.
Haul of Drugs, Cash and Scales Uncovered
Upon searching the car, police uncovered what they described as a significant quantity of illegal substances. The find included an estimated £600 to £800 worth of Class A drugs. Alongside the narcotics, officers also seized around £1,000 in cash and a set of scales, items commonly associated with the supply of drugs.
The driver, a 32-year-old man, was immediately arrested at the scene. He was taken into custody on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs. As of Tuesday, December 30, he remains in police custody while investigations continue.
Police Commitment to Community Safety
Detective Constable Stuart Bott of West Mercia Police commented on the operation. He stated: "This morning officers stopped a vehicle on the M54 in Telford, following a search of the car a significant amount of class A drugs were recovered."
"A man was taken into custody on suspicion of possessing drugs with intent to supply, where he remains as we continue with our investigation," DC Bott added. He emphasised the force's dedication to tackling drug-related crime, saying: "The damage these drugs cause within our communities is well known, and we remain committed to targeting and disrupting those who deal them to keep our town safe."
A police spokesperson urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicions of criminal activity in their area. Information can be reported directly to West Mercia Police via their website. In an emergency, the public should always dial 999.
For those who wish to provide information anonymously, the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted. The service is 100% anonymous, does not ask for names, and cannot trace calls or IP addresses. They can be reached online or by calling 0800 555 111.
