A man has been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the production of Class B drugs in Crewe, after police uncovered a cannabis farm in the town.

On Thursday 12 December, Cheshire Police carried out a warrant at an address on Edleston Road.

At 8.15am, acting on information provided by the public, officers entered the property, arresting a 21-year-old man.

Cheshire Police removed 96 plants, believed to be cannabis, as well as growing equipment before securing the property (Cheshire Police).

Police removed 96 plants, believed to be cannabis, as well as growing equipment before securing the property.

A Cheshire Police spokesperson told Nub News: "At 8.15am on Thursday 12 December, police carried out a warrant at an address on Edleston Road.

"A 21-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the production of Class B drugs,

"Officers remained at the scene to remove plants and equipment and secure the property.

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A 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the production of Class B drugs (Cheshire Police).

"I hope this reassures you we do listen, and we do act on information given to us.

"Anyone who thinks illegal drug activity is taking place in their community can contact us via the website, or by calling 101.

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