Detectives from the PSNI’s Organised Crime Branch have charged two men following searches of three properties in the Newry area on Wednesday, 15th June.

A 33-year-old male has been charged with two counts of possession of a Class A controlled drug and possession of a Class B controlled drug with intent to supply.

Meanwhile, a 69-year-old male has also been charged with possession of a Class B controlled drug with intent to supply and possession of a Class B controlled drug.

Both men are due to appear before Newry Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, July 13.

As is usual procedure, all charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.