HMP Long Lartin arrests after drone intercepted and Class A drugs seized Two men, aged 22 and 41, were arrested on suspicion of conveying prohibited items into a prison and being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs A drone was recovered after an incident at HMP Long Lartin (Image: West Mercia Police ) Two men were arrested after a drone was spotted over HMP Long Lartin. West Mercia Police were alerted to a drone that was circling the airspace over the prison, shortly before 11.30pm, yesterday, Monday, April 14. ‌ Article continues below Officers swiftly responded and intercepted a suspect vehicle just before midnight. READ MORE: Police hunt 'machete' pub attackers as reveller hit by car in early-morning fight READ MORE: Ex-West Midlands Police call handler charged over cocaine supply ‌ A drone was recovered from the rear seats of the car and the occupants were subsequently arrested. Suspected Class A drugs and prescription medication were discovered during a further search, police said. A man, 22, and 41-year-old man were arrested on suspicion of conveying prohibited items into a prison and being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs. ‌ They both remain in police custody as inquiries continue. Detective Chief Inspector James Bamber said: “Our response yesterday meant the contraband which was seized during a search of the vehicle did not make it beyond the prison walls. “We know that drugs going into the prison contributes to the exploitation of vulnerable individuals, both inside and out of Long Lartin, and reaps disruption within the facility. ‌ “We will continue our efforts to detect and disrupt drone activity around the prison and build a greater intelligence picture to eradicate the problem.” Police say if you spot a drone near to the prison or have information about suspicious activity near to HMP Long Lartin, please report via 999 immediately. If a drone isn’t currently airborne, but you have information and don’t feel comfortable speaking to police, you can report anonymously through Crimestoppers. Article continues below It is 100 per cent anonymous, they never ask your name, and they cannot trace your call or IP address.