South Belfast Neighbourhood Inspector Róisín Brown explained that officers observed a number of people acting suspiciously in the area of Botanic Avenue, near Posnett Street.

“We stopped one man and two women and, as a result, a man aged in his 40s was arrested for possession of a class C drug, possession of a Class C drug with intent to supply, and resisting arrest. The two women were permitted to leave,” she said.

“Whilst dealing with this incident, a further man to whom police wished to speak made off on foot and was believed to have gained access to the former Donegall Pass Police Station.

"Due to concerns for his welfare, a thorough search operation was commenced by our officers with the support of colleagues from Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service.

“The man has not yet been

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