Police have uncovered a cannabis stash worth over £250,000 while searching two cars on the M74.
Two men, aged 37 and 40, have now been arrested in connection with the recovery yesterday, March 3.
The vehicles were pulled over by cops northbound on the motorway near Abington, South Lanarkshire around 11.40am.
The 37-year-old man was charged and due to appear before Airdrie Sheriff Court today, March 4.
The 40-year-old has been released while police carry out further enquiries.
Detective Inspector Cheryl Kelly of Greater Glasgow CID said: "We are committed to disrupting the illegal and harmful supply of drugs in our communities.
“We will use every tool and tactic at our disposal to remove these illegal substances from our streets.
“If you have any information or concerns about drug misuse or wider criminality in your area, do not hesitate to contact us on 101 or report anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
