A 29-year-old man from Eritrea is under arrest after being found in possession of drugs in Paceville late on Sunday.

The police said the man was stopped and searched by a patrol and found in possession of suspected cannabis resin and cocaine which did not appear to be for his personal use. 

The man is due to be accused of drug trafficking.

A magisterial inquiry is underway. 

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