A DRIVER who was pulled over by police in Hereford due to a faulty headlight, was arrested after they were found to be under the influence of drugs.

Police officers stopped the vehicle, a black Mazda, off Ross Road at around 1am this morning (Thursday).

A West Mercia Police spokesperson said checks revealed the vehicle was uninsured and a roadside drugs swipe showed the driver tested positive for cannabis and cocaine.

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They were also arrested for possession of a controlled drug and the vehicle was seized.