West Mercia Police have carried out a search and seized a number of illegal tobacco products at a premises in Leominster today.

A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said:

“After some good investigative work by Herefordshire Trading Standards and concerns being raised by local residents to Leominster Safer Neighbourhood Team over the last few months we would like to inform you that today, a joint operation at a store took place in Leominster town centre.

“After a detailed search of the premises was made, a significant seizure of illegal tobacco products were found.

“Trading Standards are continuing with the investigation but we would like to thank the community for their assistance in this issue.”