Man, 30s, arrested after drugs and suspected weapons in Belfast search
The search was carried out during an operation to tackle drug-dealing and organised criminality in the area.
A man in his 30s has been arrested after drugs, a suspected Taser-type device and a BB-type gun were found during a search in north Belfast on Friday, the PSNI said.
Detectives from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) carried out the planned search to tackle drug-dealing and organised criminality in the area.
In a statement, Detective Sergeant Robson said: “Detectives and local officers seized a quantity of suspected Class A, Class B and Class C drugs, along with a suspected ammunition round, a suspected Taser-type device, a BB-type gun and drugs-related paraphernalia.
“All of these items have now been taken away for further forensic examination.”
The man was arrested on suspicion of possessing ammunition in suspicious circumstances, possession of a prohibited weapon and possession of suspected Class A, B and C controlled drugs and he remains in police custody.
Mr Robson continued: “The detection and disruption of organised criminals involved in the supply of drugs is a policing priority for police in north Belfast.
“This proactive operation shows that, when we have the right information, we can take decisive action to protect our communities from the harm caused by drugs.
“We want to make our communities a hostile environment for those involved in the drugs trade and the message from this operation is clear: There is no safe place for you in north Belfast.”