Second man arrested and charged in connection with drugs recovery in West Lothian

A second man has been arrested and charged in connection with a drugs recovery in West Lothian.

On 10 April, 2025, officers attended a premises in Nairn Road in the Deans area of Livingston where a significant quantity of cocaine and cannabis was recovered, with an estimated street value of around £250,000.

Around 9.30am on Monday, 26 May, officers acting under warrant, attended an address in Uphall Station Road, Pumpherston, and a 38-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection. He is expected to appear at Livingston Sheriff Court at a later date.

Detective Sergeant John Irvine 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.”