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Sept 2020
Last Updated: 18/09/2020
Large cannabis farm found in former Ripon nightclub
Police have launched an investigation after a cannabis farm was found in a former nightclub in Ripon. Officers are appealing for further information.
North Yorkshire Police in Ripon.
Police have launched an investigation after a large scale cannabis farm was discovered inside a former nightclub in Ripon.
Officers were called to the former Matrix nightclub on Kirkgage at 6.16pm last night (September 17) after two people were reportedly seen running away away after being disturbed during a routine building check.
Despite an extensive search, including the use of a police drone, the two people were not found, but a search of the building found a "large scale, sophisticated cannabis grow".
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Now, North Yorkshire Police has issued an appeal for further information on suspicious activity in the area.
A police statement said:
“Police and partner agencies returned to the cordoned-off scene on Friday to carry out a full safety assessment before all the evidence could be gathered as part of the investigation.
“While this work is ongoing, officers are appealing for any information about recent suspicious activity or individuals in the Kirkgate area of Ripon.
“If you can help, please call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 1, and speak to the Force Control Room.
“If you would prefer to make an anonymous report, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or go to www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
“Please quote reference number 12200163654 when providing details about this appeal.”
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