27/09/2013
Arrest Made Over £22k Drugs Find
A man has been arrested following a "significant" drugs find in west Belfast, police have said.
A large number of class A and B drugs were discovered during searches in the Brook Park area.
Detective Chief Inspector Alan Little said the drugs had a value of around £22,000.
A 34-year-old man was taken in for questioning following the discovery.
The PSNI chief called on those within the local community to come forward with any information they have.
"Police are committed to working with residents to tackle the harm caused by these substances. This proactive search has resulted in a significant seizure.
"Where information is received from the communities this will be acted upon.
"By working in partnership we will ensure that individuals who are seeking to cause harm are brought before the courts," he added.
(JP/CD)
A large number of class A and B drugs were discovered during searches in the Brook Park area.
Detective Chief Inspector Alan Little said the drugs had a value of around £22,000.
A 34-year-old man was taken in for questioning following the discovery.
The PSNI chief called on those within the local community to come forward with any information they have.
"Police are committed to working with residents to tackle the harm caused by these substances. This proactive search has resulted in a significant seizure.
"Where information is received from the communities this will be acted upon.
"By working in partnership we will ensure that individuals who are seeking to cause harm are brought before the courts," he added.
(JP/CD)
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