Two men have been arrested and charged after a significant amount of drugs were recovered from two Glasgow addresses and a vehicle.
A bust took place at two addresses on Dinart Street on Friday, January 31.
A 41-year-old man and a 34-year-old man have been arrested and charged and are expected to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Monday, February 3.
Large quantities of cannabis, ecstasy, amphetamine and cocaine were found at an estimated street value of £270,000.
A large scale cannabis cultivation in an industrial unit on Swanston Street was also found as part of the operation.
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Three South East Asian men believed to be potential victims of human trafficking were found within the industrial building.
The drug recovery and the cannabis cultivation are thought to be linked.
The three men found within the unit are thought to be Vietnamese and are being offered support and advice.
Detective Inspector Steven Elliot of Glasgow’s Specialist Crime Division said: “As a result of an intelligence-led investigation a significant amount of drugs have been seized and removed from circulation and will not make it to our streets.
“This will have a significant impact on those involved in the supply of controlled drugs and those who gain financially from this type of criminality."
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He added: “Criminal behaviour like this spreads harm and misery and we are committed to detecting and disrupting those intent on bringing drugs to Glasgow and enforcing that this type of behaviour will not be tolerated.”
“I would also like to ensure the public that the three men, believed to be potential victims of human trafficking, are being provided with support and advice while enquires are carried out.
“Members of the public have a vital role to play in reporting information to us. I would urge anyone who has information relating to those involved in the sale and supply of drugs or the exploitation of vulnerable individuals who are victims of human trafficking to report this matter to police.”
Anyone with information should contact police on 101, or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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