Woman Charged After £180,000 Heroin Seized on M74

A 25-year-old woman has been charged after police discovered heroin with an estimated street value of £180,000 during a traffic stop on the M74 near Lockerbie. The car was stopped around 8:25 PM on April 4, following intelligence received by the officers. The woman was arrested and has since been released, with a court appearance scheduled at Dumfries Sheriff Court. Detective Superintendent Steven Elliott described the recovery as significant, emphasizing the ongoing commitment to disrupt drug supply in communities. He urged the public to report any drug-related activity to Police Scotland or Crimestoppers. This incident highlights the efforts of the Serious Organised Taskforce in tackling serious organized crime.