15/01/2020

Arrest Follows Drug Raids In L'Derry

A 23 year-old man has been arrested following a number of searches in L'Derry.

A quantity of suspected class A and B drugs and related paraphernalia, fireworks and £3,000 of cash were seized during searches of three properties in the Strathfoyle area on Tuesday 14 January.

Detectives arrested a man on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of controlled drugs and other offences.

He has since been released on bail pending further enquiries.

Detective Chief Inspector Paul Rowland said: "Today's search and arrest operation demonstrates our commitment to disrupting the criminal activities of people who are intent on bringing harm to our communities."



(JG/CM)

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