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You can also submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via www.psni.police.uk or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org
Detectives from the PSNI's Organised Crime Branch have seized suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of over £1.4 million following a house search in Warrenpoint on Thursday 17 April. A man aged 53 was arrested at the scene and remains in custody.
Officers from Organised Crime Branch, supported by the Tactical Support team, carried out a search of a property in the Mourne Drive area. Along with the large quantity of suspected cocaine, a sum of cash and electronic items were also seized during the search.
The man was arrested on suspicion of possession of Class A controlled drugs with intent to supply.
A police spokesperson said: "This significant seizure is the result of ongoing investigations relating to the supply of controlled drugs in the Co Down area. We are actively committed to removing dangerous drugs from our streets while disrupting and arresting those involved in the drugs trade."
The spokesperson added: "Support from the public is crucial and, with your help, we can focus our efforts on identifying those who make their living and cause so much misery and harm by bringing drugs to our streets and neighbourhoods. Together we can help protect those you care about."
Police are appealing to anyone with information or concerns about drugs in their community to call 101, make a report online at www.psni.police.uk, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
In an emergency, always call 999.
