A BOY and two men have been arrested in a Southampton park for drug dealing offences.

A 16-year-old boy and two men aged 19 and 28 have been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of Class A drugs.

Police officers stopped the trio from Southampton while patrolling Hoglands Park on Sunday afternoon.

The 28-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of acquiring/using/possessing criminal property.

The 19-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of Class B drugs – cannabis.

Meanwhile, the 16-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.

All three remain in custody at this time.

A police spokesperson said: "If you have concerns about drug-related activity in your area please call us on 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."