Huge cannabis factory found
POLICE have found a huge cannabis factory containing more than 1,000 plants.
Officers uncovered the largescale growing operation in a disused business premises in Baker Street, Coalville, on Monday, October 19.
Police said no arrests have yet been made but inquiries are continuing.
Officers are appealing for help from the public to find out who was running the cannabis factory.
A Leicestershire Police spokeswoman said: “Police are investigating after a large cannabis factory was found in a premises in Baker Street, Coalville.
“It was discovered on Monday, October 19 by local officers and found to contain in excess of 1,000 cannabis plants, as well as hydroponic equipment.
“No arrests have been made and our investigation is ongoing while enquiries continue to be carried out.”
Anyone who may have information about the factory is asked to contact police on 101.