Man released on bail after 18k worth of cannabis seized in Ballycastle

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£18,000 worth of cannabis has been seized in Ballycastle.

An air rifle, stun gun and large quantity of cash were also seizure during the operation at a house on Moyarget Road on Saturday evening.

A 49 year old man arrested has been released on bail pending further enquiries.

Chief Inspector Ian Magee said: “This is a great example of how we are keeping people safe while policing with the community. The officers involved are to be commended for their actions, which have taken a substantial amount of drugs out of circulation and reduced the harm they cause to communities.

"I am pleased that that an illegal firearm and a stun gun have also been taken off the streets." CI Magee added.

“The police are committed to tackling the issue of drugs and I would ask anyone with any information about the supply or use of illegal drugs to contact their local station on the non-emergency number 101.

Or if someone would prefer to provide information without giving their details, they can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers and speak to them anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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