Two men aged 41 and 18 arrested on suspicion of a number of drug offences in Strabane

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Two men in Strabane have been arrested on suspicion of a number of drug offences.

Police say they have also seized suspected Class A, Class B and Class C drugs, a quantity of cash, along with a number of other items, during searches in the town.

Both males have since been released on bail to allow for further police enquiries.

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Police in Strabane made the two arrests and seized suspected drugs during searches in the town, May 7. The items will be forensically examined.

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Sergeant Ryan Johnston, from the PSNI’s Strabane Neighbourhood Policing Team said: "We are doing all we can to prevent and detect as much drug-related activity as possible and today's seizure is an example of effective community-based policing at its best.

"The efforts are in keeping with Operation Dealbreaker – that’s our organisational commitment to tackle every aspect of drug misuse across Northern Ireland.”

Sergeant Johnston continued: "I would also like to take this opportunity to appeal to anyone with any information about suspected drug dealing in their area to call the non-emergency number 101.

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“Alternatively, information can also be given anonymously to the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

“Anyone who thinks they or someone they know might have a problem with alcohol and/or drugs can find support services in their local area at www.drugsandalcoholni.info

"This website also includes details of services available for individuals affected by someone else’s drinking and/or drug use, regardless of whether their loved one is in treatment.”