Write a commentPolice in Newry have arrested a man following the seizure of suspected drugs.
Officers were on patrol in the Old Warrenpoint Road area on Wednesday evening, 28 May when they observed a man walking along with a plastic bag. Police approached the male and conducted a search under the Misuse of Drugs Act. A box containing a bag of white powder and a set of scales were seized.
The 24 year old male ran off but was detained by police and arrested.
A small packet of white powder and a number of blue tablets were also seized during a subsequent search, in addition to a stanley type blade.
The 24 year old man was later released on bail pending further enquiries.
