VIC: More than 1,000 cannabis plants seized in Latrobe Valley
Detectives from the Latrobe Crime Investigation Unit this week seized more than 1,000 cannabis plants from a vacant commercial property in Newborough.
Officers executed a search warrant at the property on Monday —as part of an ongoing investigation into drug manufacturing across Gippsland.
During the search —police located and seized 1,309 mature cannabis plants with an estimated street value of $1 million.
No arrests have been made at this stage, and enquiries are ongoing to determine whether the seizure is linked to organised crime.
Anyone who has information about drug trafficking is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
Quotes attributable to Detective Acting Sergeant Mark Woodbridge – Latrobe Crime Investigation Unit:
“This seizure has no doubt put a significant dent in the illicit drug trade.
“We’re not backing off when it comes to cracking down on those looking to profit from illicit drugs.
“We urge anyone in the community with information about drug trafficking to come forward and report anonymously via Crime Stoppers or to local police”. (V/P)
