Peterhead drugs recovery
Police have charged a man and seized a significant quantity of controlled drugs following an intelligence-led operation.
On Thursday, 14 September, 2023, officers attended a property in the Slains Court area of Peterhead suspected of being involved in the supply of illegal drugs.
Heroin, ‘crack’ cocaine and cannabis with an estimated street value in excess of £3800 was recovered, along with a four figure sum of cash.
A 23-year-old man was arrested and charged. He is due to appear at Peterhead Sheriff Court on Friday 15 September, 2023.
Detective Constable Jonathon Pinder, Fraserburgh CID, said: “We are continuing our efforts to tackle the supply and dealing of illegal drugs, which can have a devastating effect on our communities, including concerns around county lines activity.
“County lines refers to criminals from larger cities in England, who expand their operations into smaller towns. They set out to exploit young and vulnerable people to sell drugs and carry cash – bringing violence, coercion and abuse. They may also take over a vulnerable person’s home, known as cuckooing.
“The operation underlines our commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country’s Serious Organised Crime Strategy.
