POLICE seized dozens of cannabis plants and a quantity of cash during an early morning raid in Minehead.

Avon and Somerset Police's West Somerset Neighbourhood Policing Team swooped on a property in the town yesterday (Sunday, March 6).

Officers were backed up by a force drone, police dogs and an operational support unit.

A force spokesperson said a total of 44 cannabis plants were seized.

One person was arrested.

A tweet by Minehead and West Somerset Neighbourhood Policing said: "Some residents in Minehead had an early wake up call this morning (Sunday) when the West Somerset Neighbourhood Policing Team, supported by @ASPdrones @ASPoliceDogs and Operational Support Unit carried out a drugs warrant at an address.

"Forty-four cannabis plants seized, along with a quantity of cash.

"One arrest made and enquires ongoing."