GMP seize cannabis farm in Farnworth hidden behind 'fake wall'

Officers arrived at the house on Century Lodge in Farnworth, at just before 7am.

They entered through the side gate before ramming the rear door, finding the farm in an upstairs bedroom. 

It was hidden behind a "fake wall", with a "sophisticated" ventilation setup preventing the smell from emanating beyond the room. 

Ramming the door (Image: GMP) No one was present at the house during the raid, but officers say a suspect is known to them and they are working to find him. 

A haul of around 20 to 25 plants were seized, totalling around £10,000 in street value. 

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Speaking about this morning's seizure, Sergeant Jess Prudence said: "I am very happy, it is a good result and it is good for officers to get the warrant. 

"We have disrupted criminal activity and are going to seize and destroy the cannabis. 

Cannabis (Image: GMP)"We are looking for the offender, will locate him and get him in for questioning." 

Searches also found the electrical supply had been bypassed. 

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Sgt Prudence added: "This is a prime example of us as officers acting on information to keep our communities safe.

Police (Image: GMP) “We know drugs supply has a devastating impact and far-reaching consequences across Greater Manchester, and especially in Bolton we are determined to continue our approach of taking the fight back to the criminals to criminal activity that matters to our residents.

“The work done by our team into this continues daily to uncover those who are intent on committing crime.

“I would like to remind the people of Bolton to continue to report your concerns to us, as all credible reports of information helps us build an intelligence picture to continue with our work of conducting meaningful warrants.

“You can do this direct by calling 101 or through our Live Chat function at gmp.police.uk, or alternatively speak to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their website.”