The suspect remains in police custody at this time
A man has been arrested in connection with the discovery of a “sophisticated cannabis factory” in Portadown.
Police were called to an address in the Broomhill area of the town shortly before 1am on Saturday.
Officers found a cannabis operation with an estimated street value of around £120,000.
Detectives from the PSNI’s Organised Crime Branch subsequently arrested a man on suspicion of drug-related charges.
The suspect remains in police custody at this time
News Catch Up – Thursday 2 October
Detective Sergeant Martin said: “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.
“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.”