Detectives from the PSNI’s Organised Crime Branch have charged two men aged 34 and 39 following a stop and search operation in the Hannahstown Hill area of west Belfast on Tuesday, September 6.

The 34-year-old has been charged with a number of offences including possession of a Class B controlled drug with intent to supply and offering to supply Class B controlled drugs.

The 39-year-old has been charged with possession of a Class B controlled drug, conspiracy to possess Class B controlled drugs and being concerned in supply of Class B drugs.

A 29-year-old man also arrested was subsequently released on bail.

Both men are due to appear before Belfast Magistrates’ Court today, Thursday, September 8, at 10am for a first remand hearing.