Man arrested after police make ‘significant recovery' of cocaine
Officers made a 'significant recovery' of cocaine when police with a search warrant raided a property in Owen Avenue, East Kilbride on Wednesday July 23.
Police Scotland said they recovered approximately 12kg of the drug, with a street value of up to £360,000.
A 34-year-old man has been arrested and charged, the force added.
Detective Inspector Kevin Hughes said: 'This is a significant recovery and demonstrates our continued commitment to disrupting the supply and distribution of illegal drugs in our communities.
'We are dedicated to the country's Serious and Organised Crime Strategy and work closely with partners as part of the Serious and Organised Crime Taskforce to identify and target those involved in this type of criminality.
'Information from the public is crucial to our work and I would encourage anyone with concerns or information about drugs activity in their area to contact Police Scotland on 101, or report anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.'
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