Police dog sniffs out more than half a million in drugs found in car

A police dog has helped to recover over half a million pounds worth of drugs.

PD Harris assisted officers to sniff out more than £510,000 after a vehicle was searched at Loch Ryan Port in Cairnryan at around 6.30am on Monday, February 5.

A 40-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with the recovery of around 51kg of cannabis.

He is due to appear at Stranraer Sheriff Court.

A Police Scotland statement said: “Police Scotland is committed to removing illegal substances from our communities and will take all measures to disrupt those involved.

“Anyone with concerns about drugs in their community can contact Police Scotland via 101, or calling Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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