Police in Derry seize quantity of suspected Class A drugs

Police in Derry seized suspected Class A drugs and made an arrest while on patrol in the Waterside on Monday, August 5. 

Shortly before 11.00pm, Waterside Neighbourhood Policing Team officers in the Strathfoyle area were alerted to a vehicle, and the way it was being driven.

Officers subsequently spoke with the male driver and conducted a search, which resulted in the seizure of a quantity of suspected Class A drugs.

The male was arrested on suspicion of Possession of a Class A controlled drug, Being concerned in the supply of a Class A controlled drug and Possession of a Class A controlled drug with intent to supply.

Enquiries by police also resulted in the male being arrested on suspicion of driving-related offences, including driving when unfit through drink or drug, driving while disqualified, and using a motor vehicle without insurance.

The man arrested remains in custody at this time.

To make a report to police, call 101 or submit a report online via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/ Police also encourage anyone with information or concerns about the illegal use or supply of drugs to make a report via 101.

Alternatively, information can also be given anonymously to the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org