A Dunfermline man was caught with illegal drugs and a weapon in his home.

Barry Johnston, 46, of Bute Crescent, appeared from custody at Dunfermline Sheriff Court.

He admitted that on August 4, 2023 at his home, he was unlawfully in possession of cannabis resin, a class B controlled drug and diamorphine, a class A drug.

He was also in possession of an offensive weapon, a knuckleduster.

Sheriff Susan Duff deferred sentencing until 2nd October when Johnston has other cases calling and he will remain in custody until then.