Man arrested over discovery of £300,000 cannabis farm in police raid in Sheffield

A man is under arrest today over the discovery of a £300,000 cannabis farm in a Sheffield suburb.
By Claire Lewis
Published 20th Oct 2020, 12:52 BST
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He was arrested after officers raided a house on Main Street, Darnall, and found a 296 cannabis plants.

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South Yorkshire Police said officers swooped at the property early this morning.

A cannabis grow was found in Darnall, Sheffield, this morning.A cannabis grow was found in Darnall, Sheffield, this morning.
A cannabis grow was found in Darnall, Sheffield, this morning.

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Items seized, including compost, are to be donated to community groups.

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To report those involved in the drugs trade in Sheffield, call South Yorkshire Police on 101.

Crimestoppers can also be contacted on 0800 555111.

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