Emergency crews responding to fire in grow house in Findon, South Australia

Emergency services attended a fire at a grow house at Findon tonight.

Police and fire crews were called to Bernard Street, Findon about 6.45pm on Monday 1 July by reports of smoke coming from the roof of the premises.

Fire crews entered and found a small cannabis grow room inside. The fire was extinguished.

The fire is believed to have been accidental and started as a result of cannabis cultivation.

A 33-year-old Athol Park man was reported for cultivating cannabis and possess prescribed equipment. He will be summonsed to appear in the Port Adelaide Magistrates Court at a later date.

Anyone with information about the manufacture, cultivating, sale or supply of illicit drugs can report it to police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au

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