Man arrested and charged after cannabis cultivation found in MacDuff

A 27-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with drugs offences following the discovery of a cannabis cultivation in Macduff.

Around 10.30am on Saturday, 18 January, 2025, officers executed a warrant at an address on Skene Street. 

A significant number of cannabis plants with an estimated street value of up to £64,800 were found within. 

A quantity of dried cannabis with an estimated street value of between £5,000 and £6,000 was also recovered.

The man appeared at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Monday, 20 January, 2025.

Enquiries are ongoing. 

Sergeant Barry Riddoch said: “Drugs cause misery in our communities and the public has an important role to play. We urge anyone with information or concerns about illegal substances to contact us.”

Anyone with information related to the supply or production of controlled drugs should contact Police Scotland on 101.

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be called on 0800 555 111 where anonymity can be maintained.