Manawatū Police have disrupted a significant commercial cannabis growing operation following the execution of a search warrant in rural Feilding.
On Thursday 18 June, Police carried out a search warrant at a property on Pharazyn Road in response to a drug cultivation operation.
Detective Sergeant Joe Salisbury says during the search, officers located more than 800 cannabis plants, along with substantial quantities of dried cannabis and a significant amount of cash.
“A 50-year-old man has now been charged with cultivating cannabis and possession of cannabis for supply. He is due to reappear Palmerston North District Court on 14 July.
“We remain committed to disrupting the supply of illegal drugs and holding those responsible to account.
“Operations of this size cause real harm in our communities. We will continue to target those involved in the cultivation and distribution of drugs,”.
Anyone with information about illegal drug activity is encouraged to contact Police via 105, or anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
