Huge cannabis farm containing over 500 plants discovered in South Shields

Northumbria Police are appealing for information after a cannabis farm, containing over 500 plants was discovered in Stanhope Road on Saturday, May 30.

By Ryan Smith

Published 1st Jun 2020, 10:21 BST

Updated 1st Jun 2020, 13:05 BST

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Northumbria Police have issued an appeal for information after a large cannabis farm was discovered on Stanhope Road in South Shields.

The farm, which contained over 500 plants was brought to the attention of police at around 11pm on Saturday, May 30.

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It has since been dismantled and enquiries have begun.

A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “Shortly after 11pm on Saturday (May 30) we were alerted by a member of the public to alleged suspicious activity at an address on Stanhope Road, South Shields.

“Officers attended and found a large cannabis farm inside with more than 500 plants.

“The farm has since been dismantled and enquiries are ongoing to trace those responsible.”

Police have appealed for information after a large cannabis farm was discovered at an address on Stanhope Road, South Shields.

Police have appealed for information after a large cannabis farm was discovered at an address on Stanhope Road, South Shields.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Northumbria Police via the “Tell Us Something” page on their website, quoting log 1485 30-05-20.

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