Two arrested after drugs discovered

Two men have been arrested following searches of three houses in Derrytrasna and Lurgan, according to a PSNI  spokesperson.

By The Newsroom

Published 4th Oct 2013, 13:00 BST

The two men were arrested following the discovery of a quantity of suspected cannabis.

Police conducted searches of three properties in the Balmoral Drive and Downshire Avenue areas of Lurgan plus property on the Derryloiste Road, Derrytrasna on Thursday, September 26, under the Misuse of  Drugs Act.

Fifteen small bags of suspected cannabis were recovered during the search at Downshire Avenue.

An 18 year old man and 21 year old man were arrested for possession of Class B drugs, possession of Class B drugs with intent to supply and being concerned in the supply of drugs, said  the PSNI.

Both men were released on bail pending further enquiries.

The PSNI have been conducting a major campaign in the Craigavon area, clamping down on drug use and dealing.