Almost 300 plants seized after cannabis farm found inside Chester unit

By Dherran Titherington 29th Apr 2025

A total of 299 plants were seized, along with a large amount of associated equipment (Image via: Cheshire Constabulary)
A total of 299 plants were seized, along with a large amount of associated equipment (Image via: Cheshire Constabulary)

Officers have seized hundreds of plants believed to be cannabis from a commercial unit in Chester.

On Saturday 26 April, officers from Chester Beat Management Team attended a commercial unit in Hartford Way, Chester, following reports of suspicious activity.

They discovered a suspected cannabis farm and a total of 299 plants were seized, along with a large amount of associated equipment.

No arrests have been made and enquiries are currently ongoing.

Inspector James Wilson said: "We removed almost 300 plants from this location, believed to be cannabis, as well as growing equipment.

"This has disrupted a significant operation and prevented suspected drugs from being supplied on our streets.

"We hope this reassures the public that we do listen and we do act on information reported to us."

There are a number of signs that could indicate a property or building is being used as a cannabis farm, including a strong and sickly-sweet smell.

Other signs can include:

  • Equipment to grow cannabis being taken into a property, such as lighting and ventilation equipment
  • Windows are constantly covered or blocked-off, with people coming and going at all hours or neighbours you never see
  • Strong and constant lighting day and night
  • High levels of heat and condensation
  • A constant buzz of ventilation
  • Lots of power cables

     

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