CANNABIS was seized by police as routine patrols were carried out yesterday evening.

Officers from North Dorset Police carried out foot patrols in Milborne St. Andrew this evening following reports of children playing in the road and riding bikes with no lights on.

Whilst on patrol three youths were stopped and searched by police teams and cannabis was discovered and seized. A male is now assisting Police with enquiries.

Police have asked residents to report any further sightings of bikes being ridden without lights on.