Northern Ireland

Man (33) due in court charged with drugs and firearms offences

It is understood the charges relate to the seizure of drugs and firearms in Newtownabbey
It is understood the charges relate to the seizure of drugs and firearms in Newtownabbey

A 33-year-old man is due to appear in court today charged with a number of drugs and firearms offences.

It is understood the charges relate to the seizure of suspected Class A drugs following the search of a vehicle in Newtownabbey on Tuesday.

Two firearms were found during a follow-up search.

The man is expected to appear before Belfast Magistrates Court.