Cannabis factory uncovered by police in Lakenheath with five men arrested
Five people have been arrested in connection with a cannabis factory being discovered in Lakenheath (pictured above).
Police officers conducted a warrant yesterday morning (Thursday, December 15) at a property on Back Street where a large amount of cannabis plants were discovered.
It is thought over 300 plants were located in the premises.
Five males, aged 34, 55, 27 and two 38-year-olds, were arrested on suspicion of cultivating cannabis and taken to Bury St Edmunds Police Investigation Centre where they remain for questioning.
Enquires are on-going and officers are in the process of dismantling the cannabis factory today.
Anyone who knows anything about this incident or has seen any suspicious behaviour in the area leading up to the discovery should contact Bury St Edmunds CID, quoting crime number 37/78967/22.
Website – http://www.suffolk.police.uk/contact-us/existing-report-update
Crimestoppers – Contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their online form: www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Phone – Call 101.