Man charged following seizure of over 400 cannabis plants in Rathfriland

a man has been charged after the discovery of cannabis plants
Author: Hannah PattersonPublished 7th Jan 2024
Last updated 7th Jan 2024

A man has been charged after the seizure of 400 cannabis plants in Co Down.

Police say they were recovered during a search of a property in the Rathfriland area on Friday.

The man, aged 39, has been charged with cultivating cannabis, possession of a Class B controlled drug, and possession of a Class B controlled drug with intent to supply.

He is expected to appear before Lisburn Magistrates Court tomorrow (Monday).