Man (31) arrested and £34,000 drugs and illegal fireworks seized in Derry search

Police in Derry have arrested a man and seized suspected class A, B and C drugs following a search at a property in Ballygroll Road today (Wednesday, October 30).

Inspector Pearce said: “A search was conducted by members of the District Support Team assisted by local Neighbourhood officers, detectives from Crime Branch and a Dog Unit on Wednesday afternoon and quantities of suspected cocaine, cannabis, diazepam and pregabalin along with a sum of cash and illegal fireworks were recovered.

"The total street value for the seized drugs is approximately £34,000.

“A man aged 31 was subsequently arrested on suspicion of a number of offences including possession of class A, B and C drugs with intent to supply, being concerned in the supply of class A, B and C drugs and possessing criminal property. The man is currently in police custody."

Inspector Pearce continued: “We are committed to tackling the illegal supply and use of drugs, and will continue to investigate those who profit from the consequent misery and harm.

"Our investigation is ongoing and I would ask any member of the public who has any information which could be of assistance to contact police on non-emergency number 101.

"Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.”