14/04/2021

Injured Dogs, Cash And Suspected Drugs Seized During Searches

A quantity of suspected cannabis, drugs paraphernalia and over £10,000 in cash has been seized during searches on Tuesday, 13 April, by the Paramilitary Crime Task Force (PCTF).

A number of dogs were also seized following welfare concerns and serious injuries.

The dogs are now receiving veterinary treatment.

The searches took place across Belfast, Hillsborough and Millisle.

PSNI Detective Inspector O'Neill said: "We will continue to listen to the community and act on information they provide, so I would encourage members of the public with information regarding drug dealing or any other criminality to call 101, or you can submit a report online using our non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ ."

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