05/05/2023
Man Arrested In Connection With Drug Seizure In L'Derry
A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the seizure of suspected Class B and C drugs in L'Derry.
Officers from the District Support Team on patrol on the evening of Wednesday 03 May stopped a vehicle. Officers proceeded to search the vehicle and recovered a quantity of suspected Class B and C drugs and cash. The man was then arrested on suspicion of drug possession and operating a vehicle without a license or insurance.
In follow up searches, a further quantity of suspected Class B drugs and drug-related paraphernalia.
Sergeant Wilders said: "Drugs have no place in our community and, through Operation Dealbreaker, we'll continue to tackle the supply, use and harm caused by illegal drugs. We encourage anyone with information, or concerns, about drugs in their area, to call us on 101. The quicker we receive information the quicker we can act. Even if you think it's not significant, it could make a difference."
You can also make a report to police online via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
Officers from the District Support Team on patrol on the evening of Wednesday 03 May stopped a vehicle. Officers proceeded to search the vehicle and recovered a quantity of suspected Class B and C drugs and cash. The man was then arrested on suspicion of drug possession and operating a vehicle without a license or insurance.
In follow up searches, a further quantity of suspected Class B drugs and drug-related paraphernalia.
Sergeant Wilders said: "Drugs have no place in our community and, through Operation Dealbreaker, we'll continue to tackle the supply, use and harm caused by illegal drugs. We encourage anyone with information, or concerns, about drugs in their area, to call us on 101. The quicker we receive information the quicker we can act. Even if you think it's not significant, it could make a difference."
You can also make a report to police online via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
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