More than half a kilogram of cocaine has been taken off the streets by a three-year-old cocker spaniel.

PD Rhodi, a police sniffer dog, helped to track down the Class A drugs as well as cash and cannabis while executing a search warrant.

Rhodi was instrumental in seizing the contraband from a property in Brede Oak near Hastings on Saturday, January 28. A 34-year-old was arrested as a result of the incident.

Sussex Police Inspector Olivia Carroll, said: “We executed multiple warrants at two properties in response to concerns from the public about drug activity in the area.

“It led to an arrest and the seizure of a significant amount of drugs and cash. A comprehensive investigation will now follow.

“We will continue to work tenaciously to stop the supply of drugs coming into our towns and villages and disrupt criminal activity. I would encourage the public to continue reporting information to us online via our website or by calling 101.”

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The 34-year-old, from Rye, was arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply cocaine and cannabis and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.

Scales and phones were also seized at the property, alongside the 600 grams of cocaine.

A large quantity of cash was also found hidden in a cupboard with the help of PD Rhodi.

He has been released on unconditional bail until April.