Two inactive sophisticated hydroponic cannabis houses found at Parkes, NSW

Two inactive sophisticated hydroponic cannabis houses have been located in the state’s Central West.

On Thursday (27 June 2019), officers attached to Central West Police District attended a vacant home on May Street at Parkes, following reports of a hydroponic cannabis system setup.

On arrival police found a professional system and a large quantity of cannabis leaf and stem.

Following investigations, police attended a home on Hill Street where a second sophisticated inactive hydroponic setup was found.

Between 10-20kg of cannabis was located in garbage bags at the home.

Investigations continue.

Police are appealing for public assistance to assist with the investigation, and encourage anyone with information on the occupants prior to November 2018 to contact Parkes Police Station on 6862 9999 or Crime Stoppers.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.

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