Man arrested and charged after police seized drugs in Cairnryan

The cannabis has a potential street value of £1.1 million.

Loch Ryan Port in Cairnryan
Author: Ruth RidleyPublished 8th Feb 2024

A 32-year-old man is to appear in Stranraer Sheriff Court today following his arrest in Cairnryan on Wednesday, 7 February.

Police stopped his car at Loch Ryan Port and recovered a significant quantity of cannabis that has an estimated street value of £1.1 million.

Police Scotland have said in a statement that they’re “committed to removing illegal substances from our communities and will take all measures to disrupt those involved.

“Anyone with concerns about drugs in their community can contact Police Scotland via 101, or calling Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”