'The LCC considers the recent feud in North Down and Strangford to be the work of competing drug cartels'
The Loyalist Communities Council has blasted a series of attacks on properties in Co Down as the "work of competing drug cartels".
In a statement on Thursday, the Loyalist Communities Council condemned "the illegal peddling of drugs in our communities" and said it "rejects the use of loyalist 'flags of convenience' as a cover for criminal activity". The statement continued: "We look to the PSNI to do their job and remove this type of open criminality from our communities."
Superintendent McDowell said: “We have a robust policing operation in place to both investigate these attacks, and deter further instances of violence and damage to homes. We have carried out a number of targeted search operations and have arrested five men, two of whom have been charged with offences, including arson with intent to endanger life, and have appeared in court.
Superintendent McDowell added: “Along with our high visibility patrols we are working closely with our colleagues in the Paramilitary Crime Task Force who are helping ensure that the full range of policing tactics are available to counter the threat posed by these gangs. "I would also pay tribute to the dedicated efforts of our local police officers who are working day and night to keep the people of Ards and North Down safe."
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