Preston Docks drugs raid sees Lancashire Police seize huge haul of cannabis

A huge haul of dried cannabis has been seized from a home at Preston Docks.
By Matthew Calderbank
Published 4th Jul 2022, 15:35 BST
Updated 4th Jul 2022, 15:38 BST
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Officers with Preston Task Force found around 25 bags stuffed with weed when they visited a home in Maritime Way on Tuesday, June 28.

The cannabis – thought to be worth thousands of pounds – had been cut and dried in preparation for selling on the city streets.

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Lancashire Police said the raid came after intelligence was gathered about cannabis farms operating in Preston.

A large haul of dried cannabis was found at a home in Maritime Way at Preston Docks on Tuesday, June 28A large haul of dried cannabis was found at a home in Maritime Way at Preston Docks on Tuesday, June 28
A large haul of dried cannabis was found at a home in Maritime Way at Preston Docks on Tuesday, June 28

No arrests have been made but the force said “enquiries are on-going to find the suspects”.

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Preston Task Force is eager for anyone with information or concerns about drug dealing to get in touch so they can take action.

It added: “We will continue to target those who think it’s acceptable to deal drugs in Preston. Your knowledge is key for helping us combat these issues.”

Anyone with information can call 101 or contact [email protected]