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Jacob Farr

East Lothian police seize £100k worth of drugs and weapons in three raids

Police in East Lothian have carried out several drug busts in the area seizing up to £100,000 worth of various substances along with a stash of weapons.

Officers say that the incidents took place at three addresses in East Lothian on Thursday May 11 as part of an ongoing investigation into serious and organised crime and the distribution of controlled drugs.

They say that they found drugs including cocaine, heroin, amphetamine, cannabis and prescription medication worth a total of £100,000.

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Alongside the drugs, weapons and cash were also recovered at addresses in St Clements Gardens and Fa’side Gardens in Wallyford and Hawthorn Road, Prestonpans.

Police say that a 33-year-old male was arrested and charged in relation to the incident and that he would appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Friday May 12.

Detective Sergeant Ryan Gilhooly of CID in Musselburgh said: “We are committed to targeting those who supply these drugs which cause harm to our communities.

“Through enforcement, we actively target those involved in serious and organised crime, including those concerned with the supply of drugs on our streets.

"With this recent enforcement activity, we have delivered a significant blow to the capabilities of drug dealers who continue their illegal activities by seizing both money and controlled drugs.

“Anyone who has information that could assist Police Scotland in tackling drug dealers or assist in the investigation of serious and organised crime should call us on 101.

“Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously via the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111”.

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