£12k cocaine haul found in Dumfries

At about 8.40 am, police officers executed a warrant at a property in Wellington Avenue.

And cocaine with an estimated street value of £12,500 was recovered.

The 26-year-old is due to appear at Dumfries Sheriff Court at a later date, and enquiries are ongoing.

Detective Sergeant Grant Drennan said: “Today’s result demonstrates our continued commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country’s Serious Organised Crime Strategy.

“Drugs cause misery in our communities, and the public has a vital role in helping us to trace those involved in the supply of illegal substances.

“Anyone with information or concerns about drugs should contact us via 101 or make a call to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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