Canvey teenager arrested on suspicion of cocaine supply

The 17 year-old has been bailed

Author: Jon BurkePublished 27th May 2026

A teenager, arrested on Canvey Island on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of cocaine, has been bailed pending further investigation.

The 17 year-old, from Hornchurch, was arrested by a Castle Point neighbourhood policing officer in Mitchells Avenue earlier this month.

He has been bailed until 15 August for further inquiries to take place, with a condition not to enter Canvey for any reason.

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