Drugs recovery in Douglas area of Dundee

A 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman have been arrested and charged with drugs offences after officers executed drugs warrants in Dundee. A 51-year-old man was also arrested in connection with an outstanding apprehension warrant.

As part of Operation Argonite, officers conducted the searches in the Douglas area of the city on Wednesday, 17 August.

Cannabis worth an estimated street value of £4,700 and approximately £700 in cash were recovered.

Operation Argonite works to support those most vulnerable to drug related harm across Dundee. A key focus is on county lines drug crimes and cuckooing.

Officers work alongside partner agencies to carry out welfare checks and provide safeguarding services to those identified as being at risk.

Operation Argonite also carry out high visibility patrols, aimed at reducing violent crime, working together with the local Community Police Teams and other partner agencies. They focus around violent crime hot spot areas in Dundee. Officers engage with the local community, distribute leaflets, conduct intelligence-led stop and searches, and arrest violent offenders in the area wanted on warrant.

Sergeant Ian Borthwick, who leads Operation Argonite, said: “While the operation actively seeks to identify the perpetrators of drug related crime, we also place significant importance on ensuring the welfare of victims of it.

“Such safeguarding measures are implemented to protect victims from further harm and exploitation.

“Vulnerable individuals are often subject to violence and intimidation, and often have their homes taken over in instances of cuckooing.

“Through working alongside partner agencies, we ensure vulnerable people receive the most rounded support possible.

“We would urge anyone who is the victim of drug related harm or anyone who has concerns to get in touch with police by phoning 101.

“Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers by phoning 0800 555111.”