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One of the largest cannabis factories ever found in West Yorkshire has been uncovered on a Leeds industrial estate.
The illegal growing set-up of about 3,000 plants was discovered in a rented industrial unit on the Whitehall Cross Industrial Estate, in Whitehall Road, Wortley, after the owners, who run neighbouring firm Target Print, contacted police to report a suspicious smell emanating from the premises.
The elaborate growing operation was spread over two floors and had been sectioned off into separate rooms containing plants at different stages of the growing process.
The estimated street value of the plants is £800,000 making it one of the biggest single seizures the Force has seen.
The site has undergone a detailed forensic examination, the plants have been recovered for disposal and enquiries are ongoing to trace those behind the illegal operation.
Acting Inspector Sue Disley, of the West Outer Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: "The scale of this cannabis growing operation puts it among the largest ever found in West Yorkshire and it represents a very significant seizure. Once again the vigilance of members of the public has played a vital role in stopping this drug reaching the streets where it can cause damage to individuals and our communities.
"We have had a good deal of success in uncovering these cannabis growing operations and arresting the people behind them, and the vast majority have been found as a direct result of information from the local community.
"There are many ways to spot a potential cannabis factory and I would encourage people to familiarise themselves with these warning signs.
"Most cannabis factories will emit a strong and unusual smell. Neighbours may hear a lot of banging noises as the factory is set up and see people coming and going with bags of fertiliser and compost and other equipment such as powerful lights.
"If it's it a residential street it's likely the curtains will be kept closed at all times but bright lights may appear to be left on around the clock."
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The illegal growing set-up of about 3,000 plants was discovered in a rented industrial unit on the Whitehall Cross Industrial Estate, in Whitehall Road, Wortley, after the owners, who run neighbouring firm Target Print, contacted police to report a suspicious smell emanating from the premises.
The elaborate growing operation was spread over two floors and had been sectioned off into separate rooms containing plants at different stages of the growing process.
The estimated street value of the plants is £800,000 making it one of the biggest single seizures the Force has seen.
The site has undergone a detailed forensic examination, the plants have been recovered for disposal and enquiries are ongoing to trace those behind the illegal operation.
Acting Inspector Sue Disley, of the West Outer Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: "The scale of this cannabis growing operation puts it among the largest ever found in West Yorkshire and it represents a very significant seizure. Once again the vigilance of members of the public has played a vital role in stopping this drug reaching the streets where it can cause damage to individuals and our communities.
"We have had a good deal of success in uncovering these cannabis growing operations and arresting the people behind them, and the vast majority have been found as a direct result of information from the local community.
"There are many ways to spot a potential cannabis factory and I would encourage people to familiarise themselves with these warning signs.
"Most cannabis factories will emit a strong and unusual smell. Neighbours may hear a lot of banging noises as the factory is set up and see people coming and going with bags of fertiliser and compost and other equipment such as powerful lights.
"If it's it a residential street it's likely the curtains will be kept closed at all times but bright lights may appear to be left on around the clock."
NewsHawk: MedicalNeed:420 MAGAZINE
Source:dissexpress.co.uk
Contact: contact us - Diss Express
Copyright: Press Association Ltd. 2010
Website:Cannabis factory found one of largest ever - National - Diss Express
