Drugs with a value of over £150,000 have been discovered in Prestwick. 

Officers executed a search warrant at an address on Skye Road in the town at around 12.30pm on Valentine's Day, February 14. 

During the search, cannabis worth over £150,000 was recovered, with a 19-year-old arrested and charged in connection with drug offences. 

He is due to appear at Ayr Sheriff court on Thursday, February 15.

A police spokesperson said: "Police Scotland is committed to removing illegal substances from our communities and will take all measures to disrupt those involved.

"Anyone with concerns about drugs in their community can contact Police Scotland via 101, or calling Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."