Derry man (59) arrested on supicion of attempted possession of a class B drug with intent to supply

A 59-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted possession of a Class B drug with intent to supply following the discovery of a parcel containing approximately 3kg of suspected herbal cannabis.
By Jack Tibbetts
Published 25th Apr 2024, 17:04 BST
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The man was arrested following a search in the Beraghvale area of the city, conducted by District Support Team (DST) along with Tactical Support Group (TSG), on Thursday.

Inspector Pearse said: “The search followed the discovery of a parcel containing approximately 3kg of suspected herbal cannabis worth an

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estimated £42,000 which was intercepted via postal services on Tuesday, April 2.

Herbal cannabis discovered by PSNI.Herbal cannabis discovered by PSNI.
Herbal cannabis discovered by PSNI.

“Following today’s search, a 59-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of a number offences including importing a controlled drug and

attempted possession of a class B drug with intent to supply. He has since been released on bail to allow for further enquiries.

“The Police Service of Northern Ireland are doing all we can to prevent and detect as much drug-related activity as possible.”

"Our appeal is to anyone with any information about suspected drug dealing in their area to call the non-emergency number 101."

Alternative, Inspector Pearse advised all Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org”.