14/01/2025

£75,000 Seized In Newry As Two Men Arrested

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland's Organised Crime Unit seized a large sum of money during a vehicle stop in Newry today, Monday 13th January.

Following a proactive policing operation, officers stopped a vehicle in the Belfast Road area. With the assistance of colleagues from the Roads Policing Unit, a search of the vehicle was conducted, resulting in the recovery of approximately £75,000 in cash. The seized funds have been taken away for further forensic examination.
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Two men, aged 49 and 42, were arrested at the scene on suspicion of possessing criminal property. Both men remain in police custody at this time.

Detective Sergeant Tracey said: "We are committed to disrupting the activities of criminals and would encourage anyone who has any information about criminal activity to contact police on the non-emergency number 101 with any information they have. Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime."


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