Children aged 15 and 16 arrested in North Yorkshire drugs raids

Police searches were carried out at three houses in Selby, resulting in the arrests of three teenagers. Pictures: North Yorkshire Police

North Yorkshire Police executed warrants at three addresses in the town on Friday, two of which resulted in the arrest of a 19-year-old woman and two teenage boys.

A quantity of suspected class B drugs and cash were also recovered during the operation.

The boys, aged 15 and 16, were arrested on suspicion of drugs offences along with the 19-year-old. Officers said today (Monday) that all three had been released under investigation.

Inspector Martin Wedgwood, of Selby Police, said: “I authorised the warrants to be executed because I wholly believe that our community is risking the health and indeed the lives of the younger generation who take drugs not knowing the true impact they can have.

“Youngsters are vulnerable because of their age and are easily encouraged, so this operation was designed to protect as well as to deter.

“Our activity will continue as and when we get the necessary information in a bid to keep communities across Selby and the wider area safe.”