Drug Death Arrests

Three youths have been arrested today on suspicion of supplying Class A drugs.

The arrests have been prompted by the death of Jacob Last, 16, who sadly died at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow on July 14th after becoming unwell in Hartham Common on Friday July 13th.

The three male teenagers are aged 17,16 and 16 and all from Broxbourne.

All three males remain in police custody and are waiting to be questioned by police.

Detective Inspector Paul Watts, who is based at Hertford Police station said: "I would urge anyone who may have information on the supply of drugs in the Hertford or Broxbourne areas to come forward and speak to us in confidence on 01992 533907 / 01992 533903 or alternatively in confidence, through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111".