Two men have been arrested and charged following a drug bust, which resulted in the seizure of £800,000 worth of heroin and cocaine.
Following "intelligence-led" warrants, officers searched two properties in the Marmion Crescent area of Motherwell on Tuesday.
The men, aged 54 and 58, were arrested and charged in connection and are expected to appear in court today.
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A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Two men have been arrested and charged following the recovery of drugs with an estimated street value of £800,000 in Motherwell.
"Officers executed intelligence-led search warrants at two properties in the Marmion Crescent area on Tuesday, 26 May 2026.
"Quantities of heroin and cocaine were recovered, alongside a four-figure sum of cash.
"The two men – aged 54 and 58 – are expected to appear at court on Wednesday, 27 May."
Police say that this is a "significant" bust and that they will continue to attempt to disrupt supply across the country.
Sergeant Steven Brown said: “This is a significant recovery which highlights our ongoing commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country's Serious and Organised Crime Strategy.
"We will continue to disrupt those responsible for the supply of illegal substances and remove drugs from our communities.
"We rely on information from the public and would encourage anyone with concerns about drug activity in their area to contact Police Scotland on 101 or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
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