A MAN was arrested following a police chase in Birkenhead.

At around 6.40pm last night (Thursday, February 23) officers spotted two men engaged in a suspected drug deal on Lincoln Street, Birkenhead.

A 42-year-old man ran from officers but following a police chase, he was detained and arrested with intent to supply Class A drugs.

Suspected cocaine and heroin were recovered by officers.

He has since been released under investigation pending further enquiries.