He remains in custody at present.
A man has been arrested after police seized cannabis with an estimated street value of around £120,000 in Co Armagh. The discovery was made in the Portadown area this morning, Saturday, 4th October.
Shortly before 1am officers were called to an address in the Broomhill area. A sophisticated cannabis factory was uncovered in a property.
Later in the morning a 30-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of a class B controlled drug with intent to supply and cultivation of cannabis. He remains in custody at present.
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A PSNI spokesperson said: “The Police Service of Northern Ireland is committed to tackling the illegal supply and use of drugs, and will continue to investigate those who profit from the consequent misery and harm. “Our investigation is ongoing and I would ask any member of the public who has any information which could be of assistance to contact police on non-emergency number 101.” Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.
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