A MAN has been arrested in connection with metal thefts at industrial premises in the South Moons Moat area of Redditch.

The man, who is in his 30s and from Coventry, was arrested on Thursday, September 15 following a number of metal thefts earlier this month.

He was also arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods following the seizure of a substantial quantity of confectionary at his home.

After he was questioned by officers at Redditch Police Station he was released on police bail until December 15 pending further inquiries.