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12 Dec 2025

Police seize suspected Class B and C drugs in Derry city centre

25-year-old man arrested, remains in custody at this time, assisting police with enquiries

Police in Derry have seized suspected Class B and suspected Class C drugs in the city centre and made an arrest. 

The suspected drugs were seized by officers who responded to a report about a male just before midnight last night (May 27).

The man, who is aged 25 years old, has been arrested on suspicion of Possession of a Class B controlled drug, Possession of a Class C controlled drug, Theft, Fraud by false representation and Possessing an article with blade or point in a public place.

The man remains in custody at this time, assisting police with enquiries. 

Inspector Craig said: "Drugs have no place in our city and tackling the sale, supply and use of illicit drugs is a priority for police in Derry City & Strabane.  If you have any information in relation to drugs call us on 101.”

You can also make a report to police online at https://www.psni.police.uk/report A report can also be made by calling Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

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