15/11/2019

Man Charged In East Belfast UVF Investigation

Detectives investigating the criminal activities of the east Belfast UVF have charged a man with a drug related offence.

The 57 year-old will appear at Laganside Court on 12 December on the charge of possession of a Class B drug with intent to supply.

As is normal procedure, all charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.



(JG/CM)

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