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Call for action to tackle drug abuse in Belfast city centre

Insp Conway said police take “illegal drug use and supply” very seriously.

He warned that anyone suspected of involvement in the use or supply of illegal drugs can expect to be arrested and brought to court.

“We carry out regular patrols in the city centre area and will continue to do so as part of our commitment to addressing this issue,” he said.

“Our officers engage with partner agencies and local representatives on an ongoing basis as we seek collaborative and proactive solutions to issues around the abuse of drugs.”

There has been a 40% increase in the number of drug-related deaths over the past 10 years, according to Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (Nisra) figures for 2022.

A total of 585 died from a drugs overdose in the three years up to 2022, when the latest figures were released.


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