25/06/2004

Cannabis factory uncovered in Newtownabbey

Police are appealing for information following the discovery of a drug–making factory in Co Antrim on Thursday.

Detectives in Newtownabbey uncovered the cannabis producing facility following a planned search of a house in the Carnmeen area of Rathcoole.

Cannabis making equipment and plants with an estimated street value of around £36,000 were seized.

Police are continuing their enquiries but have appealed for anyone with information to contact detectives in Newtownabbey on 028 9065 0222 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

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