South Yorkshire Police find 21 cannabis grows in Barnsley in two months

South Yorkshire Police found 21 cannabis grows in Barnsley in a two month period.

By Claire Lewis

Published 9th Oct 2020, 11:58 BST

Updated 9th Oct 2020, 11:59 BST

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The force said that between August 1 and October 1, nearly two dozen cannabis farms were discovered in the town.

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Over the same period last year, 11 were found.

Police officers found cannabis plants growing in 21 homes in Barnsley in a two-month period

Police officers found cannabis plants growing in 21 homes in Barnsley in a two-month period

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South Yorkshire Police said: “Landlords and letting agents check your properties on a regular basis to prevent grows.”

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Call 101 to report those involved in cannabis cultivation.

Information can also be passed to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

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