Man charged after cops seize £95k worth of heroin from Lanarkshire properties
A man has been arrested and charged after police recovered £95,000 worth of heroin from properties across Lanarkshire.
Police officers acting under warrant searched addresses in Catherine Way, Taylor Avenue and Sherry Avenue in Motherwell and also in Arbuckle Road in Plains.
Heroin worth an estimated street value of £95,000 was recovered and over £20,000 in cash was seized.
A 54-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection. He was released to appear in court at a later date.
Detective Inspector Scott Robertson said: "This is a significant recovery which will impact heavily on those involved in this type of criminality.
“This operation underlines our commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country’s Serious Organised Crime Strategy.
"I'd urge anyone who has concerns or information about the sale and supply of drugs in their area to contact Police Scotland via 101. Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
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