Man and woman charged following drugs recovery in Elgin

A 20-year-old man and 50-year-old woman have been arrested and charged in connection with drugs offences in Elgin.

Officers executed warrants at two properties on Springfield Drive and Hazel Court on Saturday, 23 January, 2021.

A quantity of cocaine and cannabis, with an estimated street value of £6,900 was recovered and officers also seized a four-figure sum of cash.

The man and woman are due to appear at Elgin Sheriff Court on Thursday, 18 February, 2021.

Detective Constable Steve Borzoni, of Elgin CID, said: “We will continue to target those individuals who cause misery to others through the sale of controlled drugs and we will work relentlessly using all resources at our disposal to ensure they are brought to justice.

“We rely on information from the public and we will take action on information that is passed to us. Anyone with any concerns about drug dealing should contact their local police station through 101. Alternatively Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained.”