Three men arrested after drugs worth £200k seized from vehicle at Lerwick ferry terminal

POLICE officers have recovered cocaine and cannabis with an estimated street value of up to £203,000 during an intelligence-led search of a vehicle at the ferry terminal in Lerwick.

Officers found quantities of cocaine and herbal cannabis in a car after searching the vehicle at around 8am on Friday (19 January).

Three men aged 24, 28 and 36 were arrested at the scene and have since been charged in connection with the recovery.

They are expected to appear at Lerwick Sheriff Court  today (Monday).

Detective inspector Calum Reid said: “These drugs were set to enter the Shetland community. This recovery highlights our commitment to tackling serious and organised crime and keeping the Shetland community safe from the harm caused by illegal drugs.

“Support from members of the public is vital as part of our work to bring those responsible for supplying illegal substances in our communities to justice.

“Anyone who has information or concerns about the sale and supply of drugs is urged to contact Police Scotland via 101. Alternatively, if you’d prefer to remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”