Over 200 cannabis plants discovered by police in illegal Sheffield city centre drug den
Police are dismantling a drug set-up within the city centre today after receiving reports of ‘suspicious circumstances’.
Just before midday yesterday (January 27), officers were called to Church Street over reports of ‘suspicious circumstances’.
After investigating, they discovered a nearby cannabis setup with around 250 plants inside.
At midday today (January 28), police were still at the scene on neighbouring St James’ Street, near to the Cathedral.
At least five police vehicles were spotted on the street, with officers leaving a property carrying black bin bags.
Pedestrians were being advised to keep their distance as officers carried out their work.
A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “At 11.42am yesterday, we were called to reports of suspicious circumstances in Church Street, Sheffield.
“Officers attended and discovered a cannabis set-up with around 250 plants inside.
“Officers are currently at the scene to dismantle the set-up, and enquiries are ongoing.”