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29/09/2015
Man Arrested After Police Seize Drugs In Co Antrim
A 31-year-old man has been arrested after police seized drugs following five searches, worth an estimated street value of approximately £3,900, in Portrush, County Antrim, on Monday.
The man has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a class B controlled drug, possession of a class B controlled drug with intent to supply and being concerned in the supply of a class B controlled drug.
A quantity of cash, mobile phones and some other items were also seized during the searches.
Detective Inspector Tom McClure said: "We are determined to crack down on individuals involved in the illegal supply of drugs and I would like to thank the local community for their continued support. Anyone with any information about the illegal use of drugs in their area should contact their local police station on the non emergency number 101. Or if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details, they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111."
The man is being detained in police custody.
(CD/MH)
The man has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a class B controlled drug, possession of a class B controlled drug with intent to supply and being concerned in the supply of a class B controlled drug.
A quantity of cash, mobile phones and some other items were also seized during the searches.
Detective Inspector Tom McClure said: "We are determined to crack down on individuals involved in the illegal supply of drugs and I would like to thank the local community for their continued support. Anyone with any information about the illegal use of drugs in their area should contact their local police station on the non emergency number 101. Or if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details, they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111."
The man is being detained in police custody.
(CD/MH)
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