Public intelligence helps Police make Aberdeen drug bust

Over £70,000 worth of cocaine and heroin was recovered after information from the public tipped officers off to an address in Torry..

Author: Lewis MichiePublished 30th Jun 2021
Last updated 30th Jun 2021

A 34-year-old man is due to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court today (Wednesday, 30 June, 2021) following the recovery of a significant amount of cocaine and heroin in Aberdeen.

Detectives acted on intelligence received by the public and arrested the man on Tuesday, 29 June, 2021 in the Guild Street area of the city and recovered a low four figure sum of money.

A drug search warrant was later executed at an address on Walker Road, Torry resulting in the recovery of cocaine and heroin worth approximately of £72,600.

Detective Constable Jordan Cheyne of North East CID said :

"Police Scotland are dedicated to disrupting those involved in the sale and supply of controlled drugs within our communities and we are grateful for the continued support and assistance provided by the public. I would encourage anyone with concerns around drug dealing in their communities to contact Police Scotland on 101 or, if you wish to remain anonymous via independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."