Police have seized cannabis with an estimated street value of over £200,000 following searches in Belfast.
Chief Inspector Christian Bradley said thanks to the actions of a member of the public who reported suspicious activity to police, officers recovered a package containing cannabis with a street value of approximately £120,000 yesterday afternoon in the Knocknagoney area of East Belfast.
As part of the ongoing follow-up operation, officers stopped a vehicle just off the Newtownards Road. A female passenger was arrested and is currently helping detectives with their enquiries.
“In a follow-up search of a residential property off Victoria Street in Belfast City Centre, neighbourhood police uncovered nearly £8,000 in cash, together with another quantity of cannabis which we believe to be worth an estimated £90,000.
“As part of our ongoing Season’s Greetings operation, tackling street level drug dealing remains a priority for us. We are all too aware of the devastating effect that drugs have on individuals, their families and communities,” added Chief Inspector Christian Bradley.
He said in the run up to Christmas, police are sending a clear message that there is no space for illegal drug activity in communities.
“Over the coming weeks we will be continuing operations focused on removing drugs from our streets and targeting drug dealers.
“Information from the public played a central role in helping us to target this operation and identify those responsible for drugs activity on our streets. You know your own area and you know what happens within it.
“If you know of anyone who is dealing drugs in your local area then please contact us by phoning 101.
“You can also provide information to the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111,” he added.
