Officers on routine patrol in Totton have arrested a teenage boy after a successful stop and search in the early hours of this morning (30 March)

Two officers spotted two men acting in a suspicious manner at around 1.30am on Water Lane in Totton.

They were spoken to and detained for the purposes of a search.

A quantity of Class B drugs and a knife were located and seized as a result.

A 16-year-old boy from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of possession of a Class B drug and possession of a bladed article in a public place.

He was later released under investigation, pending further police enquiries.

You are our eyes and ears out in the local community and your role in helping police help protect you, is vital.

If you notice unusual activity in your streets, or you are concerned about someone carrying a knife, please let us know, either by calling 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.