A MAN has been arrested after a planned drug bust.

A PSNI spokesperson said: “Following a planned search of a dwelling in the Irish Street area of Downpatrick yesterday, Monday, 15 January, police discovered a suspected cannabis factory.

“A 42 year old man was arrested on suspicion of a number of drugs offences including cultivating cannabis and possession of class A controlled drug. 

“He has been released on bail pending further police enquiries.”