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18/07/2017
Large Amount Of Diazepam Tablets Stolen In East Belfast
The PSNI have issued a warning after a large amount of diazepam tablets were stolen from commercial premises in east Belfast.
The incident happened in the Prince Regent Road area on Monday, 17 July.
A small amount of the tablets were discovered in the Orby Close area and police believe they may be linked to the burglary.
They also warned the public to be vigilant and not to put their health at risk by buying medication from an illicit source.
Detective Sergeant Michael Hawthorne said: "People should only take medicines in consultation with their healthcare professionals who have access to patient health records, who are qualified to assess their medical needs and can take into account the risks and benefits associated with every medicine.
"I would also ask the public if they are offered any medicines from an unregulated source to report it to the police."
(CD/MH)
The incident happened in the Prince Regent Road area on Monday, 17 July.
A small amount of the tablets were discovered in the Orby Close area and police believe they may be linked to the burglary.
They also warned the public to be vigilant and not to put their health at risk by buying medication from an illicit source.
Detective Sergeant Michael Hawthorne said: "People should only take medicines in consultation with their healthcare professionals who have access to patient health records, who are qualified to assess their medical needs and can take into account the risks and benefits associated with every medicine.
"I would also ask the public if they are offered any medicines from an unregulated source to report it to the police."
(CD/MH)
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