Man arrested and charged after drugs valued at £250,000 recovered in Livingston

A 19-year-old man has been arrested and charged following the recovery of cocaine and cannabis in the West Lothian area.

Around 4.30pm on Thursday, 10 April, 2025, police executed warrants at a premises in Nairn Road in the Deans area of Livingston as part of an intelligence-led operation.

As a result, a significant quantity of cocaine and cannabis was recovered, with an estimated street value of around £250,000.

The man is expected to appear at Livingston Sheriff Court on Friday, 11 April and enquiries are ongoing.

Constable David Smith said: “Drugs cause misery in our communities and we are committed to bringing those responsible for the supply and sale of illegal substances to justice.

"The public has a vital part in helping us to target and trace those involved and we encourage anyone with information or concerns to contact us via 101, or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”