A MAN has allegedly been found and charged with being in possession of a Class A drug.

It is understood that the 22-year-old was stopped and searched by police who found cocaine.

The incident took place at 8.55pm on Friday, February 5 at The Cross, Prestwick.

The man was charged with being in possession of controlled drugs as well as obstructing a drugs search when officers attempted to look for them. 

A report has been submitted to the Procurator Fiscal who will decide whether or not the issues will be taken to court.