Man charged after cannabis farm worth more than £500,000 found in Aberdeenshire

A man has been charged after a cannabis farm worth more than £500,000 was discovered in Aberdeenshire on Sunday.

The cultivation was found within a building on Narrow Lane in Peterhead. It is estimated to be worth around £587,250.

Officers charged a 42-year-old man in connection with the incident. He was due to appear at Peterhead Sheriff Court on Monday.

Detective Constable Doug Morrison said: “This seizure underlines our commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country’s Serious Organised Crime Strategy.

“Drugs cause misery and we are committed to removing them from our local communities.

“Information from the public is vital. We urge anyone with information or concerns about drugs to contact Police Scotland on 101. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.”