A man has been arrested after police found a large cannabis grow when raiding a County Durham address this week.
Durham Police have confirmed they executed a warrant at Shotton Colliery this week where they found the plants inside the address.
They added the man occupying the building was arrested on suspicion of producing cannabis.
Most read:
- Norton high street, Stockton closure extended again
- Burger King and Sainsbury’s set for new Stockton retail park
- Bishop Ian Ramsey Primary School in Consett rated 'good'
Dive into the heart of your community with a digital subscription to The Northern Echo! Click here.
Police confirmed he remains in custody and is awaiting sentencing.
A Durham Police spokesperson said: “This week Peterlee NPT have executed a warrant at Shotton Colliery, inside the address officers located a large cannabis grow.
“The occupant of the address was subsequently arrested for the production of cannabis, and he remains in custody awaiting sentencing.”
Durham Police have been contacted for more information on the incident.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereLast Updated:
Report this comment Cancel