300 plant cannabis factory found

POLICE in Wellingborough have today uncovered a cannabis factory containing over 300 mature cannabis plants.   A misuse of drugs act warrant was executed in Priory Road, further to police receiving local intelligence.   As a result a 37-year-old man is being held in custody at Wellingborough police station.   Sector Commander Nick Lyall said:   "We are keen to act on intelligence received from the local community, as this demonstrates.   "We take a tough stance against drugs offences and organised crime.   "We are keen to act on intelligence received from the local community, as this demonstrates.   "As a result, one man has been arrested and he will be interviewed later today."

Witnesses to this incident, or anyone with information, should call Northamptonshire Police on 03000 111 222 - alternatively, information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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