Scots cops seize £161k of cocaine and cannabis in raids
Police have seized drugs worth more than £160,000 during a series of raids targeting suspected dealers in Renfrewshire.
Officers swooped on properties in Rowan Street and Strathcarron Road in Paisley, along with addresses in Mary Street and Campbell Street in Johnstone on Thursday, August 7.
The operation uncovered cocaine with a street value of around £130,000 and cannabis worth an estimated £31,000.
A 28-year-old man was arrested in connection with the cannabis find but has since been released pending further enquiries. Detectives say their investigation is continuing.
Detective Inspector Gordon Smith, from the Serious and Organised Crime Team, said the haul was a major blow to criminals operating in the area.
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"This significant recovery highlights our commitment to tackling dangerous and illegal drugs in our communities," he said.
"This seizure also underlines our commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country's Serious Organised Crime Strategy.
"Information from the public is vital in helping us tackle this issue and I would urge anyone with information or concerns about drugs should contact Police Scotland on 101 or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
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