Arrest and charge following heroin recovery in Fraserburgh

A 69-year-old man has been arrested and charged following the recovery of heroin and cash from a property in Fraserburgh.

An intelligence-led drugs search warrant was executed at a property in the Mid Street area of the town on Thursday, 25 January, 2024.

Heroin with an estimated street value of over £1000, along with a high four-figure sum of cash, was recovered from the property.

The 69-year-old man is expected to appear at Peterhead Sheriff Court at a later date.

Sergeant Geoff Catto, from Fraserburgh Police Station, said: “Drug misuse brings nothing but misery to our communities and we will continue to use every tool and tactic at our disposal to remove these illegal substances from the community.

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