Arrest after PSNI sniff cannabis in Lurgan and uncover cannabis plants

By Carmel Robinson

Published 17th Nov 2022, 08:33 GMT

Updated 22nd Nov 2022, 08:52 GMT

Police who sniffed cannabis coming from a house in Lurgan made an arrest and seized a number of cannabis plants and ground cannabis.

A PSNI spokesperson said: “On Tuesday, whilst conducting routine enquiries, Lurgan Neighbourhood Policing Team officers noted a strong smell of cannabis on approach to one of the properties.

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Some of the alleged drugs found in Lurgan Co Armagh.

placeholder image — Some of the alleged drugs found in Lurgan Co Armagh.

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"The resident was subsequently arrested on suspicion of Possession of a Class B Controlled Drug.

"On a subsequent search of the property, a number of cannabis plants and ground Cannabis were located and seized by Police.

"Drugs ruin lives, families and communities. If you have any concerns about drugs in your community please contact us on 101 or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”