£200,000 cannabis factory discovered at Nelson home

Officers found 500 plants, all different sizes, in the upstairs bedrooms at an address in Every Street around 2 p.m. yesterday.

Equipment including lighting and fans was also seized.

Inquiries continue to find out who was behind the set up.

DI Martin Melvin, from Burnley Police, said: “This was a very sophisticated set up – the plants had clearly been there for some time and were ready to flood the streets of Nelson.

“This should have a significant impact on the supply of cannabis in the area. I hope this reassures people we do listen to their concerns and will act on information we receive.

“I urge anyone with information or concerns about cannabis to contact the police.”

Anyone with information can contact the police non emergency number 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or on-line at Crimestoppers-uk.org.