A MAN has been arrested after a search of a vehicle resulted in "drugs" and a "weapon" being seized.

On Tuesday, police spotted a man near Toynbee Road, Eastleigh at around 5.30pm.

They claimed the man was acting "suspiciously" and after noticing the vehicle again later on that day, conducted a moving check.

The check allegedly showed no insurance and the driver was pulled over.

A search of the vehicle took place and a large quantity of a Class B drug and an "offensive weapon" were said to have been found.

Police then searched the drivers home where they claimed they also seized a quantity of a Class B drug and drug-related paraphernalia.

A 59-year-old man from Eastleigh has now been arrested on suspicion of possession of a Class B drug with intent to supply and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.

He has been released under investigation whilst police continue their enquiries.