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Cathy Owen & Ffion Lewis

'Large cannabis factory' discovered at property in heart of Neath

A "large cannabis factory" has been uncovered at a property in Neath. The Neath Neighbourhood Policing Team executed a warrant at a property in Queen Street on Monday evening.

Officers were acting on intelligence from the local community, and officers said that around 500 plants were discovered at the location.

Police remained at the scene on Tuesday (January 17), and a witness said a number of bags were being taken from the scene. She added that there was a "strong smell" in the area. You can get more Neath news and other story updates straight to your inbox by subscribing to our newsletters here.

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Police at the scene in Neath (Reporter)
Police were seen carrying several bags from the property (John Myers)
A witness said there was a strong smell in the area (John Myers)

Police said no arrests had been made at this time and investigations continued.

Inspector Lindsey Sweeney said: “An investigation is continuing, and we are appealing to anyone who may have seen suspicious activity at the property to come forward. Members of the community should report any information in relation to drugs and all information will be treated confidentially.”

Anyone with information should contact police or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 quoting occurrence number 2300016250.

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