A man from Exeter saw his birthday celebrations cut short when police saw him make a special purchase for his big day. The man, aged 50, has since been detained by police.
The incident happened earlier today (August 25) at Belmont Park. Neighbourhood officers witnessed the drug deal and were quick to apprehend the buyer.
A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said the man would be "dealt with for possession". Several cannabis buds were pictured in a plastic shopping bag on the Exeter Police Twitter page.
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Their post read: "Neighbourhood Officers witnessed a #drugdeal in Belmont Park earlier.
"One detained for a search - male is celebrating his 50th birthday today. Unfortunately his "birthday cannabis" was seized and he'll be dealt with for possession.
"#OlderNotWiser #ExeterPolice."
