Five arrests over Carmarthenshire cannabis plants find

Silver and cash also found at Whitland address

Author: Polly OliverPublished 27th Oct 2020

Five people have been arrested following the discovery of cannabis plants, drugs and cash in Carmarthenshire.

Dyfed Powys Police officers searched the address in Whitland on Friday morning.

They found a significant number of mature cannabis plants, a sophisticated hydroponics set-up, and bags of cannabis bud, and resin.

They also seized several thousands of pounds in cash and silver bars, as well as vehicles under the Proceeds of Crime Act.

Five people – a 58-year-old woman and four men aged 28, 30, 60 and 61 – were arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the production of cannabis, and possession with intent to supply.

They have been bailed with conditions pending further enquiries.

Detective Inspector Rhys Jones said: “This is an example of excellent collaborative work between a number of different departments in the force, which has taken a significant amount of drugs off the streets.

“As our investigation into this cannabis cultivation continues, we ask anyone with information that could help enquiries to please get in touch.

“We urge anyone with information about suspicious or unusual activity in rural areas report it to us, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously."