27/05/2016

Man Charged Following Drugs Seizure In Co Down

A 38-year-old man has been charged in connection with a drugs find in Co Down.

Police made the discovery of suspected heroin, worth an estimated £12,000, in the Holywood Road area on Wednesday, 24 May.

The suspect has been charged with conspiracy to supply a class A controlled drug, possession of a class A controlled drug and possession of a class A controlled drug with intent to supply.

He is due to appear before Belfast Magistrates Court today, 27 May.

All charges are to be review by the Public Prosecution Service (PPS).

A 23-year-old man also arrested has been released on police bail pending further enquiries.

(CD)

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