UPDATE: Two youths released after arrest by police in heroin and crack cocaine raid in the Hilton area of Inverness
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Two 16-year-old boys who were expected to appear in private at Inverness Sheriff Court on charges of being concerned in the supply of heroin and crack cocaine have been released pending further enquiry.
The pair, who cannot be named for legal reasons, were arrested following the execution of a Police Scotland search warrant in the Hilton area of Inverness on Thursday, 13 April, 2023.
The two male youths were arrested, charged in connection with drug offences and kept in a safe place before being released by the procurator fiscal.
Police Scotland said that heroin and crack cocaine, with a combined street value of £4,700, were seized, as well as a four figure sum of cash.
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.”
