Officers from the Paramilitary Crime Task Force have arrested a man on suspicion of drugs-related offences following a stop-and-search of a vehicle in Derry/Londonderry.

Detective Inspector Pyper said: “On Wednesday evening, 7th August officers stopped a vehicle in the Culmore Road area of the city.

“The vehicle was searched and a quantity of suspected herbal cannabis was located with an estimated street value of £20,000.

“A 38-year-old man was subsequently arrested on suspicion of possession of a Class B controlled drug with intent to supply, and possession of a Class B controlled drug.

“He remains in custody at this time as enquiries into the investigation continue.

“Last night’s arrest demonstrates our commitment to tackling all types of criminality, and I would encourage anyone with information about the supply or use of illegal drugs to contact police on 101.”

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/