Police descend on small Lincolnshire village and arrest man

An increased police presence is expected in Waddington until their search is complete – but residents have been told not to worry
11:40, 09 Apr 2026Updated 11:42, 09 Apr 2026
Hawthorn Avenue, Waddington(Image: Google Maps)
A man has been arrested after cash and drugs were seized from a property in Waddington.
The Hykeham and Bracebridge Heath Neighbourhood Policing Team carried out the warrant on Hawthorn Avenue on Wednesday, April 8, along with the help of a tactical support team and specialist search dogs.
The warrant was carried out at around 9am after the force became aware of suspected drug-dealing activity at the address.
Officers searched the property and a quantity of cash and drugs were located and seized as part of an ongoing investigation.
A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs, and he remains in police custody.
The force is expected to remain at the scene until the search is complete, and residents are being reassured that they should not be concerned about the increased police presence in the area.




