Navy ship with links to Falmouth in middle east drugs bust
Sailors and Royal Marines from HMS Montrose intercepted over 450 kilograms of methamphetamine, with a wholesale value of £18 million, during a counter-narcotics operation in the Gulf.
HMS Montrose has previously visited Falmouth on various occasions for visits and training exercises.
In rough seas, and aided by the ship's Wildcat helicopter, sailors and Royal Marines conducted the boarding of the suspicious vessel.
During an extensive search, the team discovered the 450kg haul hidden amongst the boat's cargo.
Commanding Officer of HMS Montrose Commander Charles Collins said:
"Every sailor and marine, airman and woman, alongside our international partners, should be proud to have contributed to the success of this operation which has undoubtedly kept millions of pounds of drugs off our streets."
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