Tuesday, December 9, 2014

Cannabis farms uncovered by police estimated to be worth more than £150k


Hundreds of cannabis plants recovered from two properties today are estimated to be worth more than £150,000.


The first cannabis farm was found at an address on Stanley Street in Norton.


Around 202 plants were recovered, worth an estimated £90,000.


Further to this, around 150 plants were located at an address on Braemar Road in Billingham.


They were worth an estimated £67,500.


No arrests have been made in connection with the discoveries, however, enquiries are ongoing.


Detective Sergeant Nigel McCartney, from the Community Drugs Enforcement Team, said: “Inquiries are continuing with regards to the two cannabis farms that were discovered.


"We would encourage anyone with information regarding either of these or any other drugs activity in their area to contact police on 101 or the confidential drugs line on 0800 092 9702.”



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