Police seize suspected herbal cannabis worth around £450,000 in Ballymena
Suspected herbal cannabis with a potential street value of £450,000 has been seized by the PSNI in Ballymena.
The seizure came after police carried out a stop and search of a suspicious vehicle in the Ballykeel area on Thursday, March 26.
Officers located approximately 30 kilos of suspected herbal cannabis as well as suspected cocaine and Xanax tablets.
The male driver was arrested for a number of offences and subsequently charged.
He is due to appear at Ballymena Magistrates Court on Saturday, March 28.
Police said the seizure “represents a substantial disruption of illegal drug activity in our community”.
They urged anyone with information in relation to illegal drug activity to come forward.
"We remain committed to tackling drug-related crime and keeping our streets safe,” a police spokesperson said.
"If you have information about drug dealing or suspicious activity in your area, please contact us on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”