Highland police: 'We can't tackle drug crime alone'
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Police Scotland has charged five men following the recovery of drugs with a combined street value of £700,000 in the Highlands.
Since February 2020, officers have carried out a number of seizures in rural areas in Alness as part of an intelligence-led operation.
Drugs including cocaine and cannabis have been recovered during the investigation which is still ongoing.
Five men aged 19-30 have been charged and are due to appear at Inverness Sheriff Court tomorrow (Friday, August 7).
Detective Inspector William Nimmo said: "This enforcement action was carried out following an intelligence-led operation and sends out a clear message that such behaviour will not be tolerated in our communities.
"But we can't tackle this alone.
"The public continue to play a vital role in assisting investigations into drug crime and I would encourage anyone who has any concerns about drug-related activity, or has any information about those involved in drugs, to contact police on 101 or make an anonymous report to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”