Man charged after £150,000 of cannabis uncovered during A9 vehicle stop

A man has been charged after police uncovered cannabis worth £150,000 during a vehicle stop on the A9.

Officers stopped the car on the northbound carriageway near to Auchterarder around 12.45pm on Friday afternoon.

Herbal cannabis worth an estimated street value of £150,000 was recovered. 

A 41-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection.

He is due to appear at Falkirk Sheriff Court on Monday.

Detective Superintendent Steven Elliott of Police Scotland said: “This is a significant recovery which will impact heavily on those involved in this type of criminality.

“This operation underlines our commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country’s serious organised crime strategy.

“I’d urge anyone who has concerns or information about the sale and supply of drugs in their area to contact Police Scotland via 101.

“Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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