Suspected cannabis factory found in Scarva

Police have seized suspected Class B drugs with an estimated street value of £25,000 and arrested a man in his 40s following a search in Scarva on Thursday (March 23).

Sergeant Berry said: “Local Policing Team officers, alongside Neighbourhood officers, conducted a search of shed where they located a suspected cannabis factory inside. There was a number of grow tents set up inside and all plants were seized alongside some electronic items.

"A 47-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of several offences, including cultivation of cannabis.”

The man has since been released on police bail to allow for further enquiries.

Sergeant Berry added: “We are committed to tackling the illegal supply and use of drugs, and will continue to investigate those who profit from the consequent misery and harm.

“Our investigation into this incident is ongoing, and I would ask any member of the public who has any information which could be of assistance to police to contact the non-emergency number 101, quoting reference number 1053 of 23/03/23.”