Man arrested in connection with drug supply and thefts from Boots, The Perfume Shop and The Cosmetic Company Store at Gunwharf Quays

An arrest has been made after more than £2,000 worth of goods were stolen from shops at Gunwharf Quays yesterday evening.

A 43-year-old man from Southampton was arrested on suspicion of theft, possession with intent to supply a controlled drug of Class A and being equipped for theft.

On April 12 before 7pm there were reports of high value goods, worth approximately £2,273, being stolen from various shops including Boots, The Perfume Shop and The Cosmetic Company Store at Gunwharf Quays.

Officers attended and searched the man under Section 1 of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 where they found suspected drugs, drug paraphernalia, a large amount of cash and a screwdriver.

In a Facebook post the police said: ‘He remains in police custody at the current time while our enquiries continue.’

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