Police Seize £54k Worth of Suspected Drugs and Make Six Arrests with Canine Assistance

Police have made six arrests and seized suspected drugs worth more than £50,000 during a series of planned searches earlier today.

Search Operation Details
The searches in theWatersideand Strabane areas involved police dog Kodi and officers from District Support Team Waterside,Strabaneand Ballyarnett Neighbourhood Policing Teams and Tactical Support Group.

Items Seized
As a result of the operation, suspected Class A, B and C drugs were seized, with a total estimated street value of £54,000. Quantities of cash were also seized as well as drug-related paraphernalia, electronic devices, a quantity of fireworks and a number of high-end designer watches.

Arrest Details
Six men were arrested – two men aged in their 20s, two men aged in their 30s and two men aged in their 40s. The six men were arrested on suspicion of a range of offences, including drug-related offences. Two of the men arrested remain in police custody at this time, assisting with enquiries. The remaining four men arrested have since been released on bail to allow for further police enquiries to be conducted.

Police Statement
Police say their enquiries are ongoing and have issued an appeal for information. PSNIDerry City & Strabane Chief Inspector Luke Moyne emphasized the importance of public support and information sharing to combat drug-related crimes.