Police in Derry/Londonderry have seized suspected Class B and suspected Class C drugs and arrested a 20-year-old man.
The man was arrested by District Support Team officers on patrol in the city yesterday evening, 3rd May on suspicion of having no driving licence and driving a motor vehicle without insurance. Suspected Class B and suspected Class C drugs were also recovered at the scene, along with a sum of cash. As part of enquiries, police seized a further quantity of suspected Class B drugs and drug-related paraphernalia.
The man was also arrested on suspicion of Possession of a Class B controlled drug and Possession of a Class B controlled drug with intent to supply, two counts of possession of a Class C controlled drug and Being Concerned in the supply of a Class B controlled drug and possession of criminal property. He remains in custody at this time.
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