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10/06/2016
PSNI Commend Young Boy After Handing In Powdered Substance Found In Newtownards
Police in Newtownards have commended a young boy after he handed in a powdered substance in a small white bag.
Test results revealed the substance was 'not defined under the Misuse of Drugs Schedule', however the PSNI commended the boy for his actions.
The substance was discovered in a play park in the Hawthorn Crescent area in Ballyhalbert on Tuesday, 31 May.
A PSNI spokesperson said: "Police will continue with robust action against those in society who use, supply or produce controlled drugs across the whole district."
(CD)
Test results revealed the substance was 'not defined under the Misuse of Drugs Schedule', however the PSNI commended the boy for his actions.
The substance was discovered in a play park in the Hawthorn Crescent area in Ballyhalbert on Tuesday, 31 May.
A PSNI spokesperson said: "Police will continue with robust action against those in society who use, supply or produce controlled drugs across the whole district."
(CD)
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