A man has been jailed for 18 months after Cheshire Police uncovered a cannabis farm in Crewe town centre, with officers seizing over 350 plants.

Thang Nguyen, of no fixed abode, appeared at Chester Crown Court on Wednesday 22 January where he was sentenced to 18 months imprisonment.

The 54-year-old was previously found guilty of production of class B drugs (cannabis).

The High Street property had been converted into a cannabis farm containing a total of 369 cannabis plants (Nub News).

The court heard that on Saturday 27 July 2024, officers from Crewe Local Policing Unit conducted a warrant at an address on High Street.

The property had been converted into a cannabis farm containing a total of 369 cannabis plants.

Drug analysis experts estimated the plants could yield between £30,000 and £217,500 worth of drugs.

Officers swiftly arrested Nguyen, who was inside the property at the time. He was later charged.

Detective constable, Jamie Roberts, who led the investigation said: "This is a great result which has enabled us to remove a significant quantity of cannabis from the streets of Crewe.

"This address had been converted into a sophisticated cannabis farm, with specialist lighting and ventilation systems to maximise the amount of class B drugs being cultivated inside.

Drug analysis experts estimated the plants could yield between £30,000 and £217,500 worth of drugs (Nub News).

"In total, the building contained well over 300 cannabis plants at various stages of growth, which have since been destroyed.

"We would urge anyone who has any concerns regarding the production or supply of illegal substances to contact Cheshire Police on 101 or visit the website"

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