Cannabis found after fire at Wingfield, South Australia

Police and emergency services are at the scene of a fire at Wingfield, where a hydroponic cannabis crop has been located.

About 8.15am today (Thursday 28 May) patrols were called to the premises in Fifth Street, after reports of a large fire.

MFS crews extinguished the blaze, and a cannabis crop was found inside.

Police suspect the fire may have started from electricity being illegally diverted to the premises.

Smoke from the fire is causing a traffic hazard at the intersection of Grand Junction and Hanson Roads, so proceed with caution through the area.

Anyone with information that can assist police is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au

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