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'Large quantity' of 'drugs' found during Larkhall police raid

'Large quantity' of 'drugs' found during Larkhall police raid

Glasgow Times24-04-2025
At around 7.30pm on Tuesday, April 22, officers acting under warrant entered a house in Glen Avenue in Larkhall.
During the raid, cops allegedly recovered a large quantity of pills, which are believed to be Etizolam.
According to police, the drugs have an estimated street value of £70,000. 'Drug-making equipment' was also seized during the operation.
Following it, two men, aged 34 and 38, were arrested and charged in connection with the alleged recovery.
They are due to appear at Hamilton Sheriff Court on Thursday, April 24, 2025.
READ MORE: Pair nicked after 'thefts at several properties' in busy area
Detective Superintendent Steven Elliott said: "Combatting drugs remains a high priority for us.
"This recovery is another example of our continuing work in support of Scotland's Serious and Organised Crime Strategy.
"If you have any concerns regarding criminality in your area, please contact us in the assurance that we will act accordingly.
"The public continues to have a vital role to play and I would urge anyone with information about drugs to contact us via 101 or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers.'
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