Man (43) arrested after drugs seizure in Derry
The search was carried out by officers from Foyleside and The Moor Neighbourhood Policing Team in the Balliniska Heights area of the city
Police have arrested a man after drugs were seized in Derry.
Officers seized quantities of suspected Class A, B and C drugs, as well as drug-related paraphernalia on Friday, October 3, during a search by officers from Foyleside and The Moor Neighbourhood Policing Team in the Balliniska Heights area of the city.
A 43-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of drug-related offences, including possession of a Class A controlled drug with intent to supply. He has been released on bail to allow for further enquiries.
Neighbourhood Sergeant Stewart said: “Today’s (Friday) detection and subsequent arrest is another example of how we are working hard to tackle the issue of drugs on our streets.
“We would appeal to anyone with concerns about suspected drugs activity, or information about suspected drug dealing, to report it to police or to Crimestoppers. Your information can make a difference.”
You can call us on our non-emergency 101 number, or submit a report via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/
Crimestoppers can be called anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org/