DRUGS with an estimated street value of more than £420,000 have been recovered by Scottish police.
Officers from the force’s Specialist Crime Division stopped a car on the M74 northbound near Lesmahagow around 12.30pm on Friday, April 19.
A 34-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the recovery of the drugs with an estimated value of £426,000.
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He is due to appear at Airdrie Sheriff Court on Monday, April 22 and 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.”
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