Two men charged in Aberdeen after police recover heroin and cocaine

The drugs had an estimated street value of £72,000

Author: Finlay JackPublished 19th Aug 2022

Two men have been arrested and charged in Aberdeen following a recovery of heroin and 'crack' cocaine.

An 18-year-old man is expected to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Friday 19 August, whilst a 50-year-old man is expected to appear in court at a later date.

Police found the drugs on Tuesday 12th of April in a property on Middlefield Crescent, Aberdeen.

They have an estimated street value of £72,000.

Detective Constable Lewis Ingram, from North East CID, said: “We’d like to thank the local community for their assistance which led to this intelligence-led recovery and subsequent charges.

“Our work often relies on the support of the public and together we can all make a difference to reduce these illegal substances from our streets.

“If you have any information or concerns about drug misuse, do not hesitate to contact Police Scotland on 101 or report this anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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