South Yorkshire Police video reveals what officers found in latest drug den discovered today

The drug den was discovered when officers raided a property on Doncaster Road, Barnsley, in a pre-arranged raid as part of a day of action in the town.

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Officers had to force entry through a steel shutter door to gain access to the property.

Two rooms containing over 60 cannabis plants were found, with each plant valued at around £1,000.

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Two men, aged 49 and 42, have been arrested on suspicion of producing cannabis.

Chief Inspector Julie Mitchell said: “We understand that people have different views and opinions on cannabis and its uses, however cannabis is a Class B drug and it is illegal to possess, grow and sell it.

“The money obtained from growing and selling cannabis is often used to fuel more serious and organised crime that has devastating impacts on our communities.

“Quite often we also see that those who are growing it are being exploited by organised crime gang members due to vulnerabilities and are often threatened with violence.

“We work closely with our partners in local authorities to ensure that properties and tenants are safeguarded and that those responsible and caught and held accountable.

“I would like to remind communities that we are stronger together and we can only take action following reports being made and intelligence gathered.

“We understand communities may feel that we do not always take action following reports, however each piece of information helps to build a bigger picture, to ensure that our enforcement action is successful.”