Police Uncover Extensive Cannabis Operations in England, Seizing Over 1,600 Plants

Recent police operations across the UK have led to the discovery of several large cannabis farms. In Herne Bay, officers seized approximately 170 plants and cultivation equipment after responding to reports of a drugs operation, although no arrests were made. In Radcliffe, Greater Manchester Police uncovered a significant operation at a mill, finding 658 plants and six vacuum-packed bags ready for distribution, following a suspect chase that revealed suspicious activity. Meanwhile, in Gedling, a raid resulted in the discovery of 330 cannabis plants, with police underscoring the potential dangers of such operations to the community. Authorities emphasized that these illicit grows are often linked to organized crime and pose various risks, including fire hazards. Investigations are ongoing as police seek to identify and prosecute those responsible for these illegal activities.