Man charged in connection with theft of nine vehicles and supply of drugs

Drugs worth £10,000, which are believed to be cannabis, were recovered.

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A man has been arrested and charged in connection with the alleged theft and attempted theft of nine vehicles and the supply of drugs in Whitburn.

Following an investigation, officers executed warrants and searches at two addresses in Ramsay Place on December 10.

Vehicles, predominately Ford make, and controlled drugs believed to be cannabis with an estimated street value of £10,000, were recovered and seized.

A four-figure sum of cash was also confiscated.

The offences are believed to have taken place in the West Lothian and North Lanarkshire area.

The 31-year-old man is due to appear at Livingston Sheriff Court on December 11.

A report has been submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.

Detective sergeant John Irvine, West Lothian CID, said: “I want to reassure communities that we will thoroughly investigate all reports of vehicle theft and would remind people to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to police.

“Anyone who has any concerns or information to contact Police Scotland by calling 101 or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555111“.

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