Two teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of drug offences after police reportedly found them wearing balaclavas in Swindon town centre.

At around 2.45am on Monday, November 4, officers on foot patrol in the town centre spotted two young males wearing balaclavas in what police say is a well-known drug dealing hotspot.

A 17-year-old was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply a class A drug and was later charged.

He was also arrested and charged with robbery in connection with an incident on October 18 when a bike was stolen on Princes Street.

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A 14-year-old boy was also arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of a class A drug and has since been bailed pending further investigation.

The older boy appeared at Swindon Youth Court on Wednesday, November 6.

He pleaded guilty to robbery and not guilty to the alleged drug offence.

The teenager has now been released on bail until March 11, 2025.

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