PSNI make arrest following drug searches in Co. Londonderry

A 42-year-old man has been arrested in Co Londonderry.

Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Organised Crime Branch said it follows searches in Derry.

The searches were carried out Monday 24th March, at residential properties in the Carn Manor and Glenabbey Road areas.

Detective Sergeant Moore said: “The searches were in relation to our ongoing investigation into drug criminality in the city and we seized items including suspected drug-related paraphernalia for further forensic examination.

“A 42-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of a number of offences, including being concerned in the supply of class B drugs, Conspiracy to supply class B controlled drugs, and possession of class C drugs.

"He remains in custody at this time.

Detective Sergeant Moore continued: “Tackling this issue, which often results in drug debts, drug addiction and drug related deaths within our communities, is a priority for the Police Service.

“We all have a part to play in breaking this vicious cycle and our detectives continue to appeal to anyone with information about illegal drug use or supply to call police on the non-emergency number 101.”

Alternatively, you can submit a report online using our non-emergency reporting form via http://www.psni.police.uk/makeareport/

The independent charity Crimestoppers can also be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/

Anyone who thinks they might have a problem with alcohol and/ or drugs and would like to get help should visit www.drugsandalcoholni.info for information on support services near you.