UPDATE: Police in Co Armagh have seized cannabis plants valued at approximately £40,000 in a significant operation. Officers from the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) responded to reports of suspicious activity at a property on Ard Aveen Park in Bessbrook on Sunday, uncovering what has been described as “a substantial cannabis factory.”
Sergeant Gavin Grady stated, “This cannabis grow is now being dismantled. The plants, which represent a significant quantity of street drugs, will be removed and destroyed.” This precise action underscores the police’s ongoing commitment to tackling drug supply in the area.
This operation follows a similar incident less than a mile away from the recent site. Last month, a separate cannabis factory was discovered when firefighters responded to a blaze at a home in the same locality. During that incident, firefighters alerted police to “a substantial amount of cannabis and associated paraphernalia” present in the property.
Residents in the area have been reassured by authorities that engineers were promptly dispatched to ensure no electrical hazards were present, given the lighting and machinery used for the cannabis cultivation.
The PSNI continues to emphasize that targeting drug-related crime is a top priority, and officers are actively monitoring for any signs of criminal activity. As this investigation unfolds, local community members remain vigilant, reflecting the pressing concerns over drug supply and safety in their neighborhoods.
What’s next? Authorities are expected to provide further updates as the dismantling of the cannabis factory progresses. Residents are encouraged to report any suspicious activities to police, ensuring a collaborative effort against drug-related issues in the community.
Stay tuned for more developments as they arise in this ongoing situation.
