Cannabis factory discovered in Lurgan

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Saturday, 17 June 2017 08:13

By Simon Hunter

A cannabis factory has been discovered in Lurgan.

More than 260 plants were found, as well as evidence the electricity supply had been tampered, after a search of a property in Wellington Street on Friday morning.

A 68-year-old man, arrested on suspicion of a number of offences, including cultivating cannabis; producing a Class B drug; possessing a Class B drug and possessing a Class B drug with intent to supply,has been released on bail.

He had also been arrested on suspicion of dishonestly causing electricity to be diverted.

Detective Inspector Keith Gawley said,

“Good police work means that we have interrupted the cultivation of cannabis and removed a significant quantity of drugs from sale.

“We are committed to tackling the issue of drugs and would appeal to the public to speak to us if they have any concerns or information regarding drugs in their area. The number to call is 101.

“Alternatively, information about crime can be passed via the independent charity Crimestoppers, on the number 0800 555 111.”