Man arrested after disturbance in Prestonpans had a knife and roughly 1000 unknown tablets in his possession

Police in East Lothian arrested a man, who was found to be in possession of a knife and a large quantity of unknown tablets.

On Sunday, January 16, police received reports of a male causing a disturbance in a public place in Prestonpans.

They apprehended a 31-year-old male, who had a knife on his person, as well as approximately 1000 unknown tablets, which are suspected to be controlled drugs.

The man was arrested and is being held in police custody, prior to an appearance at court.

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