Man arrested in Cairnryan for having more than half a million pounds worth of drugs

Police recovered around 51kg of cannabis from the vehicle.

P.D. Harris who recovered the drugs
Author: Ruth RidleyPublished 6th Feb 2024

A 40-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the recovery of more than £510,000 worth of drugs.

Officers, including a police dog searched the vehicle around 6.30am on Monday, 5th February at Loch Ryan Port in Cairnryan and found nearly 51kg of cannabis.

The man is to appear at Stranraer Sheriff Court today and a report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.

Anyone with concerns about drugs in their community is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101.

More details to follow soon.