A cannabis farm with an estimated worth of around £10,000 was discovered a property on Century Lodge in Farnworth after being raided by officers in the early hours of the morning on Wednesday, December 4.
The raid took place earlier this month (Image: Greater Manchester Police) They entered through the side gate before ramming the rear door, finding the farm in an upstairs bedroom.
The cannabis farm was hidden behind a “fake wall”, with a “sophisticated” ventilation setup preventing the smell from emanating beyond the room.
A total of around 20 to 25 plants were seized by officers during the raid.
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Although no one was present at the time of the raid, officers at the time said an investigation was ongoing.
And on Saturday morning police said they arrested a 58-year-old man on suspicion of the cultivation of cannabis.
Speaking about the seizure at the time, Sergeant Jess Prudence said: “I am very happy, it is a good result, and it is good for officers to get the warrant.
“We have disrupted criminal activity and are going to seize and destroy the cannabis.
“We know drugs supply has a devastating impact and far-reaching consequences across Greater Manchester, and especially in Bolton we are determined to continue our approach of taking the fight back to the criminals to criminal activity that matters to our residents.
“I would like to remind the people of Bolton to continue to report your concerns to us, as all credible reports of information helps us build an intelligence picture to continue with our work of conducting meaningful warrants.
“You can do this direct by calling 101 or through our Live Chat function at gmp.police.uk, or alternatively speak to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their website.”
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