Investigation launched after cannabis factory found on Plungington Road

A view from the top end of Plungington Road

An investigation is underway after the discovery of a cannabis grow in Preston.

Officers from Lancashire Constabulary were called to the Plungington Road area in the early hours of yesterday (15 August) following reports of suspicious circumstances.

Police entered the building and discovered around 50 large cannabis plants spread across four rooms in the property which have all been seized.

There was also evidence that the electricity had been bypassed and Electricity North West attended to make the area safe. Police said that no arrests have been made and an investigation is underway.

A spokesperson for police said: “Operation Warrior is Lancashire Police’s response to tackling serious and organised crime in Lancashire, supported by Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw.

“It aims to target the individuals and gangs involved in crime, as well as associated issues such as violence and intimidation, large scale drug supply, exploitation, and fraud, all of which can cause serious harm to local communities.”

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