Police have charged two men to court following a series of planned searches across Derry City and Strabane yesterday, Tuesday 11th March.
This resulted in the seizure of suspected Class C drugs, cash, drug-related paraphernalia, fireworks and other items.
The searches were conducted by officers from District Support Team, Waterside, Strabane and Ballyarnett Neighbourhood Policing Teams, and Tactical Support Group.
A 40-year-old man charged with offences including being concerned in the supply of a Class C controlled drug, and possession of criminal property.
He was also charged with possession of a Class C controlled drug, and possession of a Class C controlled drug with intent to supply.
A 35-year-old man was charged with offences including being concerned in the supply of a Class C controlled drug, attempted possession of a Class C controlled drug, and possession of criminal property.
Both are expected to appear before Derry Magistrates’ Court today, Wednesday, March 12, for a first remand hearing.
As is usual procedure, all charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.
Four other men, two aged in their 20s, one aged in his 30s and one aged in his 40s, also arrested following the searches, were released on bail to allow for further police enquiries.