More than 100 cannabis plants found in disused building

We have launched an investigation after finding more than 100 cannabis plants inside a disused building in Stoke-on-Trent.

Officers went to the Fenton area just after 9pm yesterday (Tuesday 21 November) following reports of suspicious activity. Six young men were seen leaving the building. They were wearing black clothing and had their faces covered.

When we went inside the address, we found 125 cannabis plants. They have been seized and officers are still at the scene today (22 November).

We are currently reviewing CCTV of the area at the time of the incident.

If you have any information that could help us with our investigation, call 101, quoting incident 716 of 21 November, or message us using Live Chat on our website.

To report anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

We have been proactively targeting those involved in drug cultivation across Staffordshire as part of our Operation Levidrome commitment.

To read more about how you can spot the signs of cannabis cultivation in your area, visit: Cannabis farms | Staffordshire Police