Police release image in connection with suspected drug dealing in Vale of Belvoir

Detectives have released a photo of a man they need to identify in connection with suspected drug dealing in the Vale of Belvoir.

It follows the arrest of a 22-year-old man and a 16-year-old boy and the search of a vehicle – on the Belvoir Road near Eastwell – which officers believed was used to supply drugs.

An image of a man Leicestershire Police want to locate in connection with suspected drug dealing in the Vale of Belvoir

placeholder image — An image of a man Leicestershire Police want to locate in connection with suspected drug dealing in the Vale of Belvoir

The incident happened at 11pm on Thursday June 4 with the duo suspected of possession of crack cocaine with intent to supply and possession of nitrous oxide with intent to supply for wrongful inhalation.

They were later released on bail with investigations continuing.

Det Con Sophie Rowell, the investigating officer, said: “I believe the man pictured may have information about this incident.

“If you recognise him and know who he is, or that person is you, then please get in touch as you may be able to help with our enquiries.”

Information can be passed to police by calling 101 or by visiting www.leics.police.uk/ro/report/ocr/af/how-to-report-a-crime/ and quoting reference 26*325746.