POLICE arrested a woman in the Eden area for drug possession. 

A car had come to their attention whilst out on patrol and officers subsequently stopped the car. 

A woman was arrested for possession of a controlled drug. 

A Cumbria Police spokesperson said: "NPT Officers were out on proactive patrol when a Red Corsa came to their attention in Penrith.

"The vehicle was stopped and the female driver was searched. A 22-year-old female was arrested for possession of a controlled drug.

"If you have any information about drugs in your community you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."