Local Priorities Drug dealing/ drug use Concern Update - Nitrous Oxide (NOS)

I wanted to provide an update regarding drug dealing / drug use, which some members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey.

A joint operation was carried out with Trading Standards from the London Borough of Tower Hamlets council at a location in the Lansbury ward. This was due to concerns raised by residents across the ward about high levels of Nitrous Oxide (NOS) gas use.
Results
22 large canisters of Nitrous Oxide seized
Various items of Drug paraphernalia (items needed to consume drugs including Nitrous Oxide) seized
Illegal tobacco seized
Various breaches of licenses noted

All the above will be investigated and if any further action needs to be taken, it will be done

We are committed to tackling drug dealing wherever we find it. We will keep you updated on our efforts to do this in your area, but if you have any concerns or evidence, it is important you report this as soon as possible.  

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.  

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