Police Issue Health Warning Following Newcastle Drugs Find

Police in Newcastle have recovered a quantity of drugs during a number of planned searches in the town on July 4th.

A small quantity of yellow pills and a small amount of cannabis were recovered during searches at two properties in the Dunwellan Park area.xa0Commenting on the seizures, Inspector Peters, from the Newcastle Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “Tackling the issue of drugs remains a priority for us. The misery drugs can cause to communities, to families, to those who get involved in drugs cannot be measured and local officers continue to disrupt and arrest those involved in the sale and supply of drugs in an effort to bring these individuals before the courts.

“We continue to work with communities and partner agencies to reduce the threat of harmful and illegal activity however I would remind everyone of the potential risks associated with taking drugs.

“Do not take controlled drugs, do not take prescription medication that has not been prescribed for you and do not mix either with alcohol. The consequences of ignoring this advice are very dangerous and potentially life-threatening.

“There is no such a thing as recreational drugs. All drugs that are not taken as prescribed by your own doctor can be dangerous and the taking of illegal drugs can be particularly more dangerous as it is often unclear what the drug is.

“I would ask anyone who is aware of any individual involved in the taking or supply of controlled drugs to contact their local police on the non-emergency number 101. Information can also be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.“