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Police have uncovered a 250-plant strong cannabis farm at a property on Teesside.
Officers from the Stockton Neighbourhood Team attended the address on Hampton Road on Friday (October 16), after receiving information from members of the public.
Inside, officers discovered around 250 cannabis plants.
Nobody was at the property when police arrived and enquiries are now ongoing to identify those believed to be involved in growing the plants.
Acting Sergeant Limon, from Stockton Neighbourhood Team, said the discovery demonstrated the importance of information provided by residents.
He said: "This is a perfect example of community intelligence-led policing.
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"Please continue to report incidents to us.
"You may not see an immediate response, but all the information provided build a bigger picture which helps us take action."
Police have not disclosed any arrests in connection with the discovery.