Man arrested after over 50 cannabis plants found in Hartlepool property following burglary report

A man has been arrested after cannabis plants were found in a Hartlepool home.

Published 29th Jul 2022, 11:51 BST

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Police attended an address in Everett Street at around 4:40am on Friday, July 29, after a report of an ongoing burglary.

Once inside, officers discovered 50-60 cannabis plants and seized them.

Cleveland Police have said a 33-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of production of a class B drug. He remains in police custody at this time.

Anyone with information on drugs activity is asked to call Cleveland Police on 101.