Northern Ireland

PSNI arrest two people following seizure of Class C controlled drugs in Limavady

A man and woman were detained following the search of a house

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A man and woman were detained following the search of a house in Limavady on Tuesday (Niall Carson/PA)

Two people have been arrested by police investigating the seizure of Class C controlled drugs in Co Derry.

A man and woman were detained by detectives from the PSNI’s Organised Crime Branch following the search of a house in Limavady on Tuesday.

A police spokesperson said: “A number of items were seized including a quantity of suspected Class C controlled drugs and electronic devices.

“They have since been removed for further forensic examination as the investigation continues.

“A 39-year-old man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempting to possess a Class C controlled drug with intent to supply.”

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He was later released on bail to allow for further enquiries.

“A 37-year-old woman also arrested at the scene has been released on bail pending further enquiries,” the spokesperson said.



“We remain committed to tackling both the supply of drugs in our community and disrupting criminals that profit from the proceeds of crime.

“Drug supply and misuse is a vicious cycle that we need to collectively break, and we all have a part to play.

“It’s crucial that any suspected illicit activity is flagged so that action can be taken, and I’m appealing to anyone with information to contact us on 101.”