Police seize huge blade after foot chase following drug dealing reports in Beeston

Police seized a huge blade after detaining a suspect for alleged drug offences.

Officers from West Yorkshire Police received a report of drug dealing in the Beeston area.

The officers from the Inner South Neighbourhood Policing Team spotted a group.

However, they ran away as police approached.

Officers from West Yorkshire Police received a report of drug dealing in the Beeston area.placeholder image
Officers from West Yorkshire Police received a report of drug dealing in the Beeston area.

One suspect was caught and detained by officers for drug offences.

They were also in possession of an offensive weapon, police said.

Shocking pictures show a huge blade which was seized by officers, along with drugs and cash.

The actions of the officers were praised on social media.

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