21-year-old man arrested after cash and £6,500 worth of drugs seized in Derry
The seizures were made during a search conducted by District Support Team officers at a property in the cityside
Police in Derry have seized suspected Class B drugs with an estimated street value of approximately £6,500, along with cash.
The seizures were made during a search conducted by District Support Team officers at a property in the cityside this afternoon, Wednesday, February 5.
As part of enquiries, a man, aged 21 years old, has been arrested on suspicion of Possession of a Class B controlled drug, Attempted possession of a Class B controlled drug with intent to supply, and Possessing criminal property. He remains in custody at this time.
Enquiries are ongoing.
District Support Team Inspector Pearce urges anyone with information, or concerns, about drugs activity in their area to report it.
"Under Operation Dealbreaker, we are actively committed to removing drugs from our streets," said Inspector Pearce. "Our approach is not only to pursue, but to prevent drug-related activity and protect communities.
"I want to take this opportunity to appeal to anyone with any information about suspected drug dealing in their area to call us on the non-emergency number 101, or submit a report online via http://www.psni.police.uk/ makeareport/ Alternatively, information can also be given anonymously to the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org"