Drugs worth £2.65 million and £1 million in cash recovered across Glasgow and the West during police operations
Nine men, aged between 20 to 53-years-old, and two women, both aged 26, have been arrested and charged in connection with various offences.
Last updated 23rd Apr 2020
Officers have recovered drugs with a street value of £2.65 million, and more than £1 million cash across Glasgow and the West.
Operations in the Glasgow, Lenzie, Hamilton, East Kilbride and Gartcosh areas uncovered a total of 64 kilograms of Class A drugs, firearms, stolen vehicles and jewellery.
Nine men, aged between 20 to 53-years-old, and two women, both aged 26, have been arrested and charged in connection.
Assistant Chief Constable Angela McLaren, said: “These seizures again demonstrate our commitment to tackling the illegal supply of drugs and apprehending individuals involved in serious and organised crime across Scotland.
“I want to reassure the public that our efforts have continued throughout the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and offenders should not believe themselves to be beyond the reach of the law in these unprecedented times.
“We rely on the public to build our intelligence on these issues and I would encourage anyone to report any concerns or suspicious activity to the Police by calling 101 or 999 in an emergency.
Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
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