Two arrested after £300k cannabis factory discovered
Two men have been arrested after a cannabis factory was discovered in Hillsborough, County Down.
A property in Sandringham Court was searched at about 22:30 GMT on Friday, where about 150 cannabis plants, as well as harvested cannabis and other items were found.
Police said the estimated street value of the drugs is approximately £300,000.
The men – aged 22 and 32 – were arrested on suspicion of a number of offences and are being questioned by officers.
A Police Service of Northern Ireland spokesperson said the operation demonstrates its commitment to “removing drugs from the local community and dealing with organised crime gangs”.
Damage was also caused to the property.
The spokesperson added: “I would urge landlords and letting agents to ensure they obtain appropriate identification when renting out properties and conduct regular checks and report to police anything that causes them concern.”
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