PSNI seize drugs during searches in Newtownstewart and Castlederg

Police today seized suspected drugs during searches in Castlederg and Newtownstewart.

Officers from Derg Neighbourhood Policing Team, assisted by colleagues from Tactical Support Group and police dog Cooper, conducted a search in Castlederg.

Police said a quantity of suspected Class B drugs was seized.

“A female arrested on suspicion of drug-related offences has been released on bail to allow police to conduct further enquiries.

“As part of separate enquiries in relation to another investigation, a search was conducted this afternoon in the Newtownstewart area, which resulted in the seizure of suspected Class B drugs and drug-related paraphernalia. Enquiries are ongoing.”

Sergeant Griffith from Derg Neighbourhood Policing Team said: “We are committed to tackling the illegal supply and use of drugs and will continue to work relentlessly to tackle this issue.

“I encourage anyone with concerns or information about the supply or use of illegal drugs to call 101.”