Drugs recovery, Glasgow Road, Cambuslang

Two men have been arrested and charged following the discovery of a large cannabis cultivation within a disused business premises in Cambuslang.

Officers executed a search warrant at the building in Glasgow Road around 9.50am on Tuesday, 14 November, 2023, and discovered a cannabis cultivation worth an estimated street value of £185,000 within.

Two men, aged 21 and 29, have been arrested and charged in connection with the incident and are due to appear before Glasgow Sheriff Court on Wednesday, 15 November, 2023.

Sergeant Graham Reid said: “This was a very significant recovery and sends a clear message that drugs have no place in our community and we will use every tool at our disposal to remove these illegal substances from our streets.

“This activity highlights our continued commitment to tackling this issue locally as well as the country’s Serious Organised Crime Strategy.

“Intelligence from members of the public remains vital to our efforts and I would urge anyone with concerns of information about drugs to contact Police Scotland on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”