Road Collision leads to Drugs Arrest

Police in Newry have arrested a man following a road traffic collision on Tuesday, 1st of July.

Police were on patrol on Kellys Road, Newry, when they signalled a blue Volkswagen Bora to stop. The vehicle attempted to make off from police and collided with a police vehicle before driving off. Two police officers sustained minor injuries.

Following an investigation, police arrested a 23 year old man in the Bridge Street area of Newry on Wednesday, 9 July. A small quantity of Class A and B drugs were found during a subsequent search. The man was arrested for failing to stop, failing to report, failing to remain, dangerous driving, disqualified driving, no insurance and possession of Class A and B drugs.

He was later released on bail pending further enquiries.