An 18-year-old Lowestoft man has been charged with possession of cannabis with intent to supply – after being detained by officers.

Zac Adams, of Romany Lane, appeared before magistrates this morning (Tuesday).

Police were on patrol in Melbourne Road at about 10.30am yesterday – when a man ran away from officers.

He was detained in an alleyway nearby and police seized a quantity of cannabis.

The man was arrested and charged with possession of the class B drug with intent to supply.

He was detained in custody and appeared before Norwich Magistrates this morning.

He has now been remanded in custody ahead of his next court appearance.