THREE men were arrested in an early morning drugs operation in Burnley.

A dozen officers targeted two houses in Pine Street, at about 7.30am.

Uniformed section officers, specialist support officers and dog handlers were involved.

Three men were arrested and substances believed to be drugs and drugs paraphernalia were seized.

The men were taken to Burnley police stationed where they will be questioned today in connection with suspected drugs offences.

Sgt Nick Hodgeson said police obtained search warrants after receiving information via the Crimestoppers scheme and Burnley Residents Against Drugs project over the past couple of months.

Police also carried out observations in the area.

Sgt Hodgeson said suspected drugs were seized from both addresses. The substances were being examined today.

He added: "We will follow up any information we receive about illegal drugs. Anyone with information should contact police in Burnley on 01282 425001 or ring Crimestoppers on 0800 555111. All information will be dealt with in the strictest confidence."