Over 20 local people were arrested on suspicion of drug offences this month as part of a police operation.
The Constabulary wanted to identify those actively dealing class A drugs, mostly in or around licensed premises.
Between January 30 and February 8, 21 people were arrested, with 19 of those charged with criminal offences.
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