Two arrested following drugs seizure in Derry

Drug-related paraphernalia was also seized, as well as a quantity of cigarettes and tobacco.

The seizures were made during a planned search by Ballyarnett Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT), who were assisted by Foyleside and The Moor NPT colleagues.

Two arrests were also made. A 34-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of Possession of a Class B controlled drug, Possession of a Class B controlled drug with intent to supply, Being concerned in the supply of a Class B controlled drug, Possession of a Class C Controlled Drug and Fraudulent evasion of custom duty chargeable on goods.

A woman, aged 35 years old, was arrested on suspicion of Possession of a Class B controlled drug.

Both persons arrested remain in custody at this time.

Enquiries are ongoing.

Inspector Robb from Ballyarnett NPT said: "We know that drugs bring harm and control into communities, and only benefit those lining their pockets at the expense of others and the wider community.

“Drug supply and misuse is a vicious cycle that we need to collectively break, and we all have a part to play.

“As we continue to work to prevent and detect as much drug-related activity as possible, I would also appeal to anyone with information about illegal drug use or supply, to call police on the non-emergency number 101. Your information could be significant."

Alternatively, a report to police can be made via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/you or anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org