Man arrested in Eglinton following drugs seizure
The male, 24, has been arrested on suspicion of offences including Possession of a Class A controlled drug, Possession of a Class C controlled drug and Being concerned in an offer to supply a Class C controlled drug, remains in custody at this time
Police in Derry have seized suspected drugs in the wider Eglinton area during the early hours of today, (Friday, September 27).
Shortly before 3.00am, Local Response Team officers on patrol were alerted to a vehicle travelling in the outskirts of the village that had only one headlight on.
Police stopped the vehicle and, upon speaking with the male driver and following enquiries, the vehicle was searched.
Officers seized suspected drugs from within the vehicle, and the male driver was subsequently arrested on suspicion of a number of offences.
During a follow-up search at an address, police made a further seizure of suspected drugs.
The male, aged 24, has been arrested on suspicion of offences including Possession of a Class A controlled drug, Possession of a Class C controlled drug and Being concerned in an offer to supply a Class C controlled drug, remains in custody at this time.
Enquiries are ongoing.
Police appeal to anyone with any information or concerns about suspected drug-related activity in their area to call the non-emergency number 101. Alternatively, information can also be given anonymously to the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.