Drugs worth half a million pounds were found when a car was stopped on the motorway.
Officers pulled over a vehicle driving northbound on the M74 at around 2.30pm on Saturday, June 15.
They stopped the car near junction 10 Lesmahagow.
Cannabis worth an estimated street value of £500,000 was recovered.
A 43-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection.
He is due to appear at Lanark Sheriff Court on Wednesday, July 10, 2024.
Detective Superintendent Steven Elliot said: "This is a significant recovery which will impact heavily on those involved in this type of criminality.
“This operation underlines our commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country’s Serious Organised Crime Strategy.
"I'd urge anyone who has concerns or information about the sale and supply of drugs in their area to contact Police Scotland via 101. Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
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