Drugs and vehicles seized by police
A quantity of drugs and cash were seized during raids in Montrose and Forfar recently conducted the Angus North Community Policing Team.
One male has also been reported in connection with drug offences.
A number of vehicles were also seized during an operation in the Montrose area. Acting on information received regarding illegally modified vehicles and antisocial driving, local officers and Dundee Road Policing have been carrying out proactive patrols.
Three vehicles with no insurance were seized and one Antisocial Behaviour notice was issued to a motorcyclist.
A team spokesperson said: “We’re aware of similar concerns within the Forfar area and these patrols will continue to be carried out to detect and deter offenders and improve safety for road users.”
Speed checks have also been carried out on River Street and Trinity in Brechin with several people being spoken to regarding the speed limit and one person issued with a conditional offer for speeding.
Antisocial behaviour in communities across the county has also been addressed, with antisocial behaviour patrols relating to youths being carried out in Forfar, and also in relation to the illegal use of e-bikes/e-scooters in Montrose.
A walkabout was undertaken in Brechin’s River Street area due to concerns raised by residents regarding antisocial behaviour
A community engagement event was held at JARS community hub, allowing residents a chance to voice concerns.
High visibility patrols have also been carried out to provide reassurance and discourage criminality.
Officers also recently attended the Edzell Gala Day and a community event hosted by Vibrant Communities in Forfar.
The spokesperson added: “These events were a great opportunity for us to engage with the local community.”
Anyone with information about crime can contact Police Scotland on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. The community team can be contacted at [email protected].