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    16

    Mar 2021

    Last Updated: 16/03/2021
    Crime
    Crime

    Two men arrested after cannabis farm found near Ripon

    by Calvin Robinson

    | 16 Mar, 2021
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    North Yorkshire Police arrested two men after about 50 cannabis plants were found at a business park near Ripon.

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    Pictures of some of the cannabis plants found by North Yorkshire Police. Picture: North Yorkshire Police

    Two men have been arrested after police found a cannabis farm at a business park near Ripon.

    North Yorkshire Police discovered the cannabis plants following a search at a business unit near the city on Friday.

    The force said more than 50 plants were found following a search of another unit in the area.

    Two men, aged 36 and 38, were arrested in connection with the cannabis grow and released under investigation pending further enquiries.



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    Inspector Alex Langley, North Yorkshire Police, said:

    “The damage that drugs cause to individuals and families is significant, and that’s why it’s important we take this pro-active approach to tackle drug issues Ripon.
    “The use of industrial units in the Ripon area is of concern as criminals carry out illegal activity in plain sight.
    “I would like to ask local business and premises owners to look out for any suspicious activity. Please let us know if something doesn’t feel quite right. The information you provide allows us to carry out this pro-active work in order to try and safeguard our local communities."


    The police urged anyone with information to dial 101, press one and speak to the force control room.

    Or you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.