Police seize nearly £500k worth of drugs in Lanarkshire car stop
The Specialist Crime Division arrested a 34-year-old man
Police have seized nearly £500,000 worth of drugs after pulling over a car on the M74 in Lanarkshire.
Officers from Police Scotland’s Specialist Crime Division followed the vehicle yesterday lunchtime then forced it to stop as it travelled northbound near Lesmahagow.
They then discovered the drugs with an estimated street value of £426,000 after the around 12.30pm.
A 34-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the recovery. He is due to appear at Airdrie Sheriff Court on Monday, April, 22 2024. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
Detective Superintendent Steven Elliot said: “This was a significant recovery and shows our commitment to targeting anyone intent on profiting from drugs who give no thought to the misery it causes in our communities.
“We are grateful for the support of the public and would urge anyone with information or concerns regarding drugs in their community to contact 101. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.”