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Glasgow Times
a day ago
- Glasgow Times
'More than £160k of drugs' recovered from Renfrewshire homes
Officers executed warrants at homes in Rowan Street and Strathcarron Road in Paisley, as well as a premises in Mary Street and Campbell Street in Johnstone on Thursday, August 7. Officers reportedly recovered drugs with an estimated street value of £161,000 during the day of action. Cocaine with an estimated street value of £130,000 and cannabis with an estimated street value of £31,000 were allegedly found. Police confirmed a 28-year-old man was arrested in connection with the alleged cannabis recovery. READ NEXT: Glasgow jeweller 'disappointed' after 'theft' from store He has since been released pending further enquiry. Officers say their investigation into the reported recovery remains ongoing. Detective Inspector Gordon Smith, from the Serious and Organised Crime Team, said: "This significant recovery highlights our commitment to tackling dangerous and illegal drugs in our communities. "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."
Daily Record
a day ago
- Daily Record
Scots cops seize £161k of cocaine and cannabis in raids
Cops have seized drugs in raids across Paisley and Johnstone — with detectives vowing to keep the pressure on organised crime. 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. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. "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."
The National
a day ago
- The National
Man charged as £500k worth of cannabis found in Dundee
Officers searched a property on Albert Street in Stobswell on Thursday, uncovering drugs valued at £562,500. A 24-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with the find. He is expected to appear at Dundee Sheriff Court on Friday, while a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal. Detective Inspector Gary Lamb said: 'This recovery will prevent a significant quantity of controlled drugs from being distributed into communities. It highlights our ongoing commitment to protecting the public from the harm caused by this type of criminality.' He continued saying: 'Those involved in the illegal drugs trade in Scotland should be in no doubt that our work to disrupt and make arrests is continuing. 'This seizure also clearly underlines our commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country's Serious Organised Crime Strategy.' Police Scotland say they have seized over 22 million pounds worth of drugs in Scotland so far this year. Detective Chief Superintendent Dave Ferry said: 'These seizures highlight our dedication to tackling drug crime in Scotland. 'Controlled substances are dangerous and cause real harm to individuals, families and communities. They are illegal for that very reason. 'Working closely with our partners, we remain focused on targeting individuals and organised crime groups, who selfishly exploit vulnerable people solely for their own financial gain.'
STV News
2 days ago
- STV News
Man charged after cannabis worth more than £500,000 seized in raid
A man has been charged after cannabis worth £562,500 was seized in a raid in Dundee. On Thursday, officers executed a warrant at a property on Albert Street where a large quantity of cannabis was recovered. A 24-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with the recovery. He is due to appear at Dundee Sheriff Court on Friday. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal. Detective inspector Gary Lamb said: 'This recovery will prevent a significant quantity of controlled drugs from being distributed into communities. 'It highlights our ongoing commitment to protecting the public from the harm caused by this type of criminality. 'Those involved in the illegal drugs trade in Scotland should be in no doubt that our work to disrupt and make arrests is continuing. 'This seizure also clearly underlines our commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country's Serious Organised Crime Strategy. 'Information from the public is crucial to our success in tackling crime. 'Anyone with information or concerns about drugs is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
The Herald Scotland
2 days ago
- The Herald Scotland
Dundee raid sees £500k of cannabis seized by police
They recovered a large quantity of cannabis with an estimated street value of £562,500. A 24-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with the recovery. He is due to appear at Dundee Sheriff Court on Friday, 8 August, 2025. Read More: Detective Inspector Gary Lamb said: 'This recovery will prevent a significant quantity of controlled drugs from being distributed into communities. It highlights our ongoing commitment to protecting the public from the harm caused by this type of criminality. 'Those involved in the illegal drugs trade in Scotland should be in no doubt that our work to disrupt and make arrests is continuing. 'This seizure also clearly underlines our commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country's Serious Organised Crime Strategy. 'Information from the public is crucial to our success in tackling crime. Anyone with information or concerns about drugs should contact Police Scotland on 101 or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.'
