A MAN arrested in connection with the discovery of more than 1,000 ecstasy pills at a house in Darwen has been released under investigation, police have confirmed.

MORE than 1,000 ecstasy tablets destined for summer music festivals have been seized from a house in Darwen.

Police raided the property in Marsh House Lane at 9am on Friday and also found cannabis and cocaine.

A 23-year-old man, from Darwen, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of possession of class A drugs with intent to supply and cultivation of cannabis. He was released under investigation over the weekend.

Police said drugs were found in every room of the house.