A 20-year-old man from London has been charged with numerous drug crimes in Aylesbury.

The individual was detained by officers from Thames Valley Police on the town’s stretch of the ground union canal on May 30.

Following a search, a large quantity of Class-A drugs were recovered.

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This led to his apprehension on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class-A drugs, namely crack cocaine and heroin.

The individual has been charged with the following offences:

  • Possession with the intent to supply Class A - heroin
  • Possession with the intent to supply Class A - crack cocaine
  • Acquire/Possess/Use criminal property

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He appeared in court on May 31 and has since been remanded into custody.

The Aylesbury Stronghold team specific work on reducing drug-related crime within the town and its surrounding areas.