BREAKING: Two youths arrested and charged after heroin and crack cocaine recovery in the Hilton area of Inverness

Two 16-year-old youths have been arrested and charged with drugs offences after heroin and crack cocaine were recovered in a police raid.

Officers executing a warrant swooped on the Hilton area of the city yesterday and seized drugs with a combined street value of £4,700, along with a four figure sum of cash.

The youths, both aged 16, were due to appear at Inverness Sheriff Court today.

Detective Constable Ashley Templeton said: “Drugs cause misery in our communities and Police Scotland is committed to disrupting the supply and sale of illegal substances.

“Anyone who has information or concerns about drugs should contact Police Scotland via 101 or make a call anonymously to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”