A POLICE drugs dog searched a Mansfield academy this morning.
Officers were called to Queen Elizabeth's Academy in Chesterfield Road South at 9am this morning to search the building.
At the request of the school a drugs dog was employed. No drugs were found and no arrests were made.
Parents and carers were notified of the search by the academy.
Neighbourhood beat manager for Mansfield Police Sergeant Andy Downie said: "It is commendable that the school has approached us to tackle the issue of drugs.
"Too often we deal with youngsters who have had their lives ruined by illegal substances.
"By taking this proactive approach we can help educate youngsters about the dangers of drugs and show the tough stance taken by our communities."
Academy principal Mike Smith said: "The academy has a zero tolerance policy around illegal substances being carried or used by any young person.
"The academy is working very closely with the police to stamp out the use of drugs within the local community and to show we will not tolerate our young people being supplied with illegal substances."
