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17/12/2014
Man Arrested Following Cannabis Find
A man has been arrested in connection with the discovery of a cannabis factory in Millisle.
Police said the 57-year-old was arrested today (17 December) in the Carrowdore area, on suspicion of drugs trafficking offences. He is currently being questioned at Bangor Police Station.
The cannabis was discovered at Drumfad Road in Millisle last Friday (12 December). It has an estimated street value of £400,000. During the search, 800 cannabis plants, as well as electrical equipment, were seized at the workshop.
(JP/MH)
Police said the 57-year-old was arrested today (17 December) in the Carrowdore area, on suspicion of drugs trafficking offences. He is currently being questioned at Bangor Police Station.
The cannabis was discovered at Drumfad Road in Millisle last Friday (12 December). It has an estimated street value of £400,000. During the search, 800 cannabis plants, as well as electrical equipment, were seized at the workshop.
(JP/MH)
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