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Man Charged After Class A Drugs Worth £1.4m Seized by Police
A 53-year-old man was arrested after officers seized suspected cocaine, cash and electronic items in an ongoing organised crime investigation.
- On Thursday, the PSNI Organised Crime Branch searched a house in the Mourne Drive area of Warrenpoint, seizing suspected cocaine valued at over £1.4 million. Officers also recovered cash and electronic items during the operation.
- This seizure resulted from ongoing investigations into the supply of controlled drugs in Co Down. The Tactical Support Team supported the operation as part of broader efforts to disrupt the local drug trade.
- Police arrested a 53-year-old man at the scene on suspicion of possession of Class A drugs with intent to supply. He remains in custody following the detention.
- The suspect is scheduled to appear before Newry Magistrates Court on Friday, April 17, facing charges including possession and concern in the supply of Class A controlled drugs.
- Anyone with information or concerns regarding drugs in their community is asked to contact police on 101. Reports can also be made anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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'This significant seizure is the result of ongoing investigations relating to the supply of controlled drugs in the Co Down area'
A man has been arrested on suspicion of a number of offences after Class A drugs with an estimated street value of over £1.4 million were seized in Warrenpoint on Thursday (April 16).
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