Police in Gillingham made a major bust after stopping a battered car on the road. What they found hidden in the air duct will shock you — Class A drugs and a knife.

Damaged Car Sparks Police Suspicion

On Monday 16 February 2026, officers on patrol in Bailey Drive spotted a car with obvious front-end damage. Sensing something was off, they pulled the vehicle over for a closer look.

Hidden Drugs and Weapon Found

A search of the car uncovered a stash of Class A drugs, two mobile phones, cash, and a knife, all concealed inside the vehicle’s air duct.

Driver Arrested but Released on Bail

The driver, a 20-year-old London man, was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs and carrying a bladed article. He has now been released on bail while police continue their investigation.

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