20/08/2007

Doherty Arrested For Suspected Drug Possession

Babyshambles frontman Pete Doherty has been arrested for suspected drug possession.

He was arrested in the Tower Hamlets area of east London at around 2am on Monday morning just hours after performing at the V festival.

The 28-year-old singer is currently being held at an east London police station.

Less than two weeks ago, a judge told Doherty he must kick his drug habit or go to jail.

Previously Doherty admitted to driving illegally while in possession of crack, heroin, ketamine and cannabis.

Doherty has had a stomach implant to help him kick the drugs.

(CD/SP)

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