Huge drugs bust in Glasgow as £3.68 million worth of cocaine seized
Police say they found a large quantity of cocaine which has an estimated street value of £3.68m.
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An investigation is now underway to find those involved.
Detective Chief Inspector David Bell said: "This very significant recovery highlights our commitment to tackling dangerous and illegal drugs in our communities.
"We are determined to protect the public from this harmful criminality by disrupting the drugs trade and preventing them being circulated on the streets of Scotland.
"This substantial seizure underlines our commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country's Serious Organised [[Crime]] Strategy
"Information from the public is crucial. Anyone with information or concerns about drugs should contact Police Scotland on 101 or make a call anonymously to [[Crime]]stoppers on 0800 555 111."
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