TWO men have been arrested on suspicion of attempting to get contraband into HMP Long Lartin via drone.
On Sunday, August 10 officers responded to a report of a drone over the prison around 9.30pm and quickly identified a suspect vehicle.
Following a short pursuit, a car was successfully stung and stopped on the A46 near the Simon De Montfort Bridge. A drone battery and cannabis were found in the vehicle.
A drone and other items were then discovered after a further search with a dog unit in the nearby area.
Two men, aged 25 and 28, were subsequently arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to convey prohibited items into a prison.
Detective Chief Inspector James Bamber said: “We currently have two people in police custody after officers successfully intercepted a suspect vehicle linked to a drone sighting over HMP Long Lartin.
“Contraband believed to be intended for behind the prison walls was seized from the car along with a drone.
“We are continuing in our efforts to detect and disrupt drone activity over the prison, and build a greater intelligence picture to ultimately dismantle the organised crime groups behind the operations.”
If a member of the public spots a drone near to the prison or has information about suspicious activity near to HMP Long Lartin, they are asked to report it via 999 immediately.
Alternatively, for non emergencies, contact Crimestoppers anonymously via 0800 555 111.
