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Detectives from the PSNI's Organised Crime Branch have seized suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of over £1.4 million following a search of a property in Warrenpoint. A man was arrested at the scene.
The search was carried out at a house in the Mourne Drive area today, Thursday 16 April, with officers from the Organised Crime Branch supported by the Tactical Support team. Alongside the large quantity of suspected cocaine, a sum of cash and a number of electronic items were also recovered during the operation.
A 53-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of Class A controlled drugs with intent to supply and remains in custody.
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."
Anyone with information about drugs activity in their area can contact police on 101, or submit a report online at www.psni.police.uk/makeareport. Reports can also be made anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or at www.crimestoppers-uk.org. In an emergency, always call 999.
