Police seize drugs and cash during Newtownards and Comber raids linked to east Belfast UVF

Police investigating suspected criminal activity linked to the east Belfast UVF have seized a number of items including cash and drugs paraphernalia.

The searches of homes and businesses took place in the Comber and Newtownards areas on Friday.

Detectives also seized a number of high-value watches and electrical items for examination.

Police have encouraged anyone with information to get in touch.

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