A man has been found with drugs, cash and a large knife during a stop and search.
Kieran Martin, 24, was stopped by police patrolling Trinity Trees in Eastbourne on June 8 at approximately 5pm after they saw him passing drugs to two groups of people.
A search of Martin, of St Martins Crescent, near Lewes, revealed drugs, money and a large knife in his possession.
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Martin was arrested and charged with possession of a knife in a public place, supplying Class A drugs, and possession with intent to supply Class A drugs.
Martin was convicted of all three charges at Lewes Crown Court on July 8 and sentenced to five years and seven months in prison.
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