A 27 year old man from Launceston has been charged with Trafficking and firearm offences and will appear in the Launceston Court of Petty Sessions this morning.

Following information received, police officers conducted a search of a property in Launceston yesterday afternoon.

The man was found to be in possession of a firearm and controlled substances believed to be ecstasy tablets and methylamphetamine.

Detectives from Northern Drug Investigation conducted further examinations and interviews, and subsequently the man was charged with Trafficking a controlled substance.

The man was detained in custody and will appear in court at 11.30 today.