14/10/2002
Six in court over drugs charges
Six people have appeared before North Antrim Magistrates today charged with drugs trafficking offences.
The five adults and one juvenile were arrested on Friday following a police raid on a flat in Eglantine Street, Portrush, Co Londonderry.
A variety of illegal substances were recovered, including amphetamine powder, ecstasy and prescription drugs.
The five adults were remanded in custody and the juvenile was bailed following the hearing.
(GMcG)
The five adults and one juvenile were arrested on Friday following a police raid on a flat in Eglantine Street, Portrush, Co Londonderry.
A variety of illegal substances were recovered, including amphetamine powder, ecstasy and prescription drugs.
The five adults were remanded in custody and the juvenile was bailed following the hearing.
(GMcG)
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