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15/04/2013
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PSNI Uncover Donaghcloney Cannabis Find
A 38-year-old man has been arrested following the discovery of a cannabis factory in the William Street area of Donaghcloney, County Down, on 13 April.
Officers were alerted to the property by members of the local community.
After speaking to the occupant, police discovered 40 cannabis plants and other related paraphernalia.
The man has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a class B drug, possession with intent to supply a class B drug and cultivation of cannabis. He is currently in custody helping police with their enquiries.
Area Commander, Chief Inspector Anthony McNally said following the seizure: "Officers have been working with the local community in the Craigavon area to tackle the issue of drug supply and distribution. The discovery of this cannabis factory is an indication of our commitment to remove drugs from circulation."
Appeal Over Carrickfergus Hijacking
Detectives in Newtownabbey are appealing for information following an alleged hijacking incident in the Woodburn Road area of Carrickfergus, County Antrim, on 13 April.
The incident occurred at about 22:00 when a man parked his car in a layby to answer a phone call.
He was pulled from his black Renault Clio car by another man, who then drove the car off.
It was found on fire in the Northland Court area of the town around 20 minutes later.
The driver was taken to Antrim Hospital and treated for cuts and bruising sustained in the incident.
The man was described as being in his late 20s or early 30s, around 6" tall with short hair and was wearing black Adidas track suit bottoms, a light coloured t-shirt and a light coloured scarf.
Detectives would ask anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the Woodburn Road area or the Northland Court area to contact CID at Newtownabbey on 0845 600 8000. The independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Police Attacked With Petrol Bombs
L'Derry police were called to the Fountain area of the city on the evening of Friday 12th April to deal with youths throwing stones in the area.
When police arrived in the area at about 19:30, they were faced with petrol bombs being thrown towards their vehicles and the Fountain estate.
The Leckey Flyover had bins and rubbish pulled on to the road and set alight, blocking vehicular access.
Around forty youths were involved in the disorder and approximately 25 petrol bombs were thrown.
There were no reports of any injuries or arrests and the area was reported calm by midnight.
Area Commander, Chief Inspector Jon Burrows said: "I would urge all parents to know the whereabouts of their children and to ensure they are safe and not involved in incidents like we saw in the Fountain area last night. The possibilty of serious injury or death is very real when lethal weapons such as petrol bombs are thrown.
"The disorder in the area also put members of the community at risk as emergency services vehicles were unable to access certain areas of the city for a time last night. Young people engaging in serious disorder must be aware that when caught they will be dealt with through the courts and will face the consequences a criminal conviction will bring."
Scrap Dealer Handed Six-Month Sentence
A Lisburn scrap dealer has been given a six-month prison sentence, suspended for three years, at Craigavon Crown Court after pleading guilty to a number of illegal waste offences.
53-year-old Edwin John Tate of Moira Road, Lisburn (trading as Tate Scrap Metal) was found guilty on four charges.
A confiscation investigation is now underway and is being carried out by the Northern Ireland Environment Agency Financial Investigation Team.
The sentencing relates to an incident on April 2011, when officers from the Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) Environmental Crime Unit visited a site to the rear of 262 Moira Road, Lisburn, where they observed a range of waste metals on site.
These included beams, vehicle parts, engines, road signs, oil drums, skips filled with waste including scrap metal, white electrical goods and household waste. Officers also observed a mechanical digger, grab, crushing machine and baling machine on site.
On the same date officers visited a site at Bog Road, Lisburn, also owned by Mr Tate. The front portion of the field had been infilled with soil and stone and covered with an array of waste vehicle parts including lights, shock absorbers, head rests, brake shoes and tyres, as well as various pieces of metal, plastics and construction and demolition waste.
A NIEA spokesperson said: "The criminal activities involved in this case are a cause of concern to the Agency and show a complete disregard for the environment and regulation by the defendant. We will continue to monitor the site and take further action if such activity be found to be occurring again."
(IT/CD)
A 38-year-old man has been arrested following the discovery of a cannabis factory in the William Street area of Donaghcloney, County Down, on 13 April.
Officers were alerted to the property by members of the local community.
After speaking to the occupant, police discovered 40 cannabis plants and other related paraphernalia.
The man has been arrested on suspicion of possession of a class B drug, possession with intent to supply a class B drug and cultivation of cannabis. He is currently in custody helping police with their enquiries.
Area Commander, Chief Inspector Anthony McNally said following the seizure: "Officers have been working with the local community in the Craigavon area to tackle the issue of drug supply and distribution. The discovery of this cannabis factory is an indication of our commitment to remove drugs from circulation."
Appeal Over Carrickfergus Hijacking
Detectives in Newtownabbey are appealing for information following an alleged hijacking incident in the Woodburn Road area of Carrickfergus, County Antrim, on 13 April.
The incident occurred at about 22:00 when a man parked his car in a layby to answer a phone call.
He was pulled from his black Renault Clio car by another man, who then drove the car off.
It was found on fire in the Northland Court area of the town around 20 minutes later.
The driver was taken to Antrim Hospital and treated for cuts and bruising sustained in the incident.
The man was described as being in his late 20s or early 30s, around 6" tall with short hair and was wearing black Adidas track suit bottoms, a light coloured t-shirt and a light coloured scarf.
Detectives would ask anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the Woodburn Road area or the Northland Court area to contact CID at Newtownabbey on 0845 600 8000. The independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Police Attacked With Petrol Bombs
L'Derry police were called to the Fountain area of the city on the evening of Friday 12th April to deal with youths throwing stones in the area.
When police arrived in the area at about 19:30, they were faced with petrol bombs being thrown towards their vehicles and the Fountain estate.
The Leckey Flyover had bins and rubbish pulled on to the road and set alight, blocking vehicular access.
Around forty youths were involved in the disorder and approximately 25 petrol bombs were thrown.
There were no reports of any injuries or arrests and the area was reported calm by midnight.
Area Commander, Chief Inspector Jon Burrows said: "I would urge all parents to know the whereabouts of their children and to ensure they are safe and not involved in incidents like we saw in the Fountain area last night. The possibilty of serious injury or death is very real when lethal weapons such as petrol bombs are thrown.
"The disorder in the area also put members of the community at risk as emergency services vehicles were unable to access certain areas of the city for a time last night. Young people engaging in serious disorder must be aware that when caught they will be dealt with through the courts and will face the consequences a criminal conviction will bring."
Scrap Dealer Handed Six-Month Sentence
A Lisburn scrap dealer has been given a six-month prison sentence, suspended for three years, at Craigavon Crown Court after pleading guilty to a number of illegal waste offences.
53-year-old Edwin John Tate of Moira Road, Lisburn (trading as Tate Scrap Metal) was found guilty on four charges.
A confiscation investigation is now underway and is being carried out by the Northern Ireland Environment Agency Financial Investigation Team.
The sentencing relates to an incident on April 2011, when officers from the Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) Environmental Crime Unit visited a site to the rear of 262 Moira Road, Lisburn, where they observed a range of waste metals on site.
These included beams, vehicle parts, engines, road signs, oil drums, skips filled with waste including scrap metal, white electrical goods and household waste. Officers also observed a mechanical digger, grab, crushing machine and baling machine on site.
On the same date officers visited a site at Bog Road, Lisburn, also owned by Mr Tate. The front portion of the field had been infilled with soil and stone and covered with an array of waste vehicle parts including lights, shock absorbers, head rests, brake shoes and tyres, as well as various pieces of metal, plastics and construction and demolition waste.
A NIEA spokesperson said: "The criminal activities involved in this case are a cause of concern to the Agency and show a complete disregard for the environment and regulation by the defendant. We will continue to monitor the site and take further action if such activity be found to be occurring again."
(IT/CD)
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