A suspected drug dealer has been arrested after being stopped for speeding.

A 40-year-old man, from Staplehurst, was stopped by officers in Goudhurst Road, Marden, on Wednesday, October 19.

It comes as the Maidstone Task Force completed speed checks on the road during National Speed Awareness Day.

In total, five drivers were stopped and received fixed penalty notices for exceeding 30mph.

One of them was also searched under the misuse of drugs act after officers found a quantity of cocaine deals, cannabis, and £1440 in cash.

He was arrested and later released pending further investigation.

Inspector Steve Kent, of Maidstone’s community safety unit, said: "We completed these checks following complaints from residents that speeding vehicles were endangering residents and other road users.

"The intention is to remind drivers they have a responsibility to drive within the statutory speed limit and in a roadworthy vehicle.

"However, drug dealers and others intent on travelling to commit crime can expect to receive some additional scrutiny if they are stopped during the checks."