Nitrous oxide canisters discovered on police patrol in Shifnal
Police found a host of nitrous oxide canisters on a patrol to deal with antisocial behaviour.
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West Mercia Police said that PC Jess Cummings had made the find after reports of issues in the Manor area of Shifnal.
Police Community Support Officer Stephen Breese said nitrous oxide is considered a class C drug.
He said: "PC Jess Cummings has been on patrol following reports from the public regarding antisocial behaviour in the Manor area of Shifnal.
"During these reassurance patrols a number of nitrous oxide canisters have been found dumped, some of which were still full.
"Nitrous oxide is now a class C drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, making possession and sale for recreational purposes a criminal offence.
"Those caught with nitrous oxide for unlawful use face a caution, community service or an unlimited fine.
"Repeat offenders could serve up to two years in prison.
"The maximum sentence for production or supply of the drug for unlawful purposes is 14 years. If anyone witnesses or sees these canisters please report it to us by visiting our website: https://orlo.uk/LjQnN."
