DETECTIVES investigating a series of burglaries in the Newtownabbey area have arrested a 35 year old man following a search in Belfast yesterday.

Detective Sergeant Lyttle said “The man was arrested yesterday on suspicion of multiple burglaries, attempted burglary and possession of Class A, Class B & Class C controlled drugs.

“Counterfeit goods, drugs and cash were also recovered during this search.

“He has since been released on bail whilst enquiries are ongoing.”