Menu
11/04/2024
Man Arrested In Connection With Castlewellan Drug Seizure
A 40-year-old man has been arrested by detectives from the PSNI's Organised Crime Branch following a search operation in Castlewelllan.
Early on Wednesday, 10 April, officers carried out a search of a house in the town. A number of items, including a quantity of suspected Class A and Class B controlled drugs were seized, as well as other drug-related paraphernalia. They have since been removed for further forensic examination as the investigation continues.
Detective Chief Inspector Mullan said: "A 40-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of a number of drug-related offences including, possession of a Class A controlled drug with intent to supply and possession of a Class A controlled drug.
"He remains in custody at this time, assisting officers with their enquiries.
"We remain committed to tackling both the supply of drugs in our community and disrupting criminals that profit from the proceeds of crime.
"Drug supply and misuse is a vicious cycle that we need to collectively break, and we all have a part to play.
"It's crucial that any suspected illicit activity is flagged so that action can be taken, and I'm appealing to anyone with information to contact us on 101."
Alternatively, you can submit a report online using our non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/.
The independent charity Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/.
Early on Wednesday, 10 April, officers carried out a search of a house in the town. A number of items, including a quantity of suspected Class A and Class B controlled drugs were seized, as well as other drug-related paraphernalia. They have since been removed for further forensic examination as the investigation continues.
Detective Chief Inspector Mullan said: "A 40-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of a number of drug-related offences including, possession of a Class A controlled drug with intent to supply and possession of a Class A controlled drug.
"We remain committed to tackling both the supply of drugs in our community and disrupting criminals that profit from the proceeds of crime.
"Drug supply and misuse is a vicious cycle that we need to collectively break, and we all have a part to play.
"It's crucial that any suspected illicit activity is flagged so that action can be taken, and I'm appealing to anyone with information to contact us on 101."
Alternatively, you can submit a report online using our non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/.
The independent charity Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org/.
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
26 April 2024
Man Arrested In Connection With L'Derry Drug Seizure
Cannabis worth an estimated £42,000 has been seized and a 59-year-old man arrested in an operation in L'Derry. The 3kg of herbal cannabis was intercepted in the postal system on Tuesday, 02 April.
Man Arrested In Connection With L'Derry Drug Seizure
Cannabis worth an estimated £42,000 has been seized and a 59-year-old man arrested in an operation in L'Derry. The 3kg of herbal cannabis was intercepted in the postal system on Tuesday, 02 April.
01 February 2024
Alliance Calls For Drug Consumption Rooms In NI
Alliance has reiterated a call for drug consumption rooms in Northern Ireland. The party's Health spokesperson, Paula Bradshaw MLA made the call following the release of the latest drug misuse deaths figures here.
Alliance Calls For Drug Consumption Rooms In NI
Alliance has reiterated a call for drug consumption rooms in Northern Ireland. The party's Health spokesperson, Paula Bradshaw MLA made the call following the release of the latest drug misuse deaths figures here.
24 June 2021
Man Arrested In Connection With Drug Seizure In Belfast
A 28-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a drug seizure made during a police search operation in Belfast. Officers from the Belfast Central Neighbourhood Policing Team and officers from the Paramilitary Crime Task seized a quantity of suspected Class A and Class C controlled drugs.
Man Arrested In Connection With Drug Seizure In Belfast
A 28-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a drug seizure made during a police search operation in Belfast. Officers from the Belfast Central Neighbourhood Policing Team and officers from the Paramilitary Crime Task seized a quantity of suspected Class A and Class C controlled drugs.
27 April 2015
Four Charged With Attempting To Smuggle Cannabis
Four men have been charged with attempting to smuggle cannabis into Northern Ireland. The cannabis resin was concealed within pallets of orange juice and is believed to have a street value of more than £800,000.
Four Charged With Attempting To Smuggle Cannabis
Four men have been charged with attempting to smuggle cannabis into Northern Ireland. The cannabis resin was concealed within pallets of orange juice and is believed to have a street value of more than £800,000.
01 March 2017
New Ad Campaign Launched To Encourage Reporting Of Drug Dealing
A major ad campaign has been launched urging the public to report drug dealing to Crimstoppers. The campaign, which will feature viral videos alongside bus, adshel, online and radio advertising, aims to highlight the damage drugs do to individuals, families and communities.
New Ad Campaign Launched To Encourage Reporting Of Drug Dealing
A major ad campaign has been launched urging the public to report drug dealing to Crimstoppers. The campaign, which will feature viral videos alongside bus, adshel, online and radio advertising, aims to highlight the damage drugs do to individuals, families and communities.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:A mainly dry evening and night with isolated showers dying out and some longer clear spells. Then it will cloud over towards morning with some heavy showers. Minimum temperature 7 °C.
