A man is due to appear in court after more than 150 cannabis plants were discovered at a property in Oban.
Officers attended the property on Glenmore Road at about 4.25pm on Thursday after being made aware of “suspicious behaviour”.
There, they discovered a cannabis cultivation with around 155 plants.
The drugs have an estimated street value of £80,000.
Man charged in connection with discovery in Oban
A 24-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection.
He is due to appear at Oban Sheriff Court on Monday.
Detective Sergeant Stuart Charnock said: “Drugs cause misery in our communities and this recovery highlights our commitment to dealing with those involved in the manufacture and distribution of illegal substances.
“The public has a vital part to play and I would encourage them to continue to provide us with information about suspicious activity and report any concerns.
“Anyone who can assist should contact us on 101 or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
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