Three men were arrested in the early hours of this morning for conspiracy to convey prohibited items into a prison.

Police were informed of a drone sighting near to HMP Long Lartin at 1.55am today and attended to search the area.

On arrival, officers found a vehicle parked nearby with three men inside who were subsequently detained while a search was conducted.

A drone, together with fishing hooks, were found inside the vehicle. On the side of the road was a package with a large quantity of cannabis in it.

Three men, aged 18, 19 and 35, were arrested for conspiracy to convey prohibited items into a prison and remain in police custody.