Cannabis cultivation worth estimated £1.1m discovered in Turriff, Aberdeenshire

A cannabis cultivation worth an estimated street value of £1,100,000 has been discovered in Turriff, Aberdeenshire.

On Tuesday, 30 January, 2024, officers were alerted to a possible cultivation at a property in the Auchterless area. Following a search, a large-scale operation was found.

A 38-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection. He was due to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Wednesday, 31 January.

Detective Sergeant Chris Wilson, Aberdeen CID, said: “We will continue to use every tool and tactic at our disposal to prevent the sale and distribution of drugs in our communities.

“Our work often relies on the support of the public. If you have any information or concerns about drug misuse in your area, do not hesitate to contact Police Scotland on 101 or report it anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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Cannabis cultivation worth estimated £1.1m discovered in Turriff, Aberdeenshire

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