Man arrested following drugs recovery near Eaglesfield

Cannabis, with an estimated street value of approximately £190,000, has been recovered following a search of a vehicle near Eaglesfield.

Officers stopped a car on the A74(M) on Saturday, 2 December, 2023, and a 41-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with drugs offences.

He is anticipated to appear at Dumfries Sheriff Court on Monday, 4 December, 2023.

Constable Ryan McGarvey said: “We will continue to use every tool and tactic at our disposal to prevent the sale and distribution of illegal drugs in our communities.

“Anyone with concerns about drugs and drug misuse should contact police on 101, or make a call anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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Man arrested following drugs recovery near Eaglesfield

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