Cannabis found in Atherstone

A woman has been arrested after "elaborate" cannabis growing operation was uncovered.

Police say cannabis was found growing loft space of a property in Atherstone town centre.

Based on intelligence from the local community, Atherstone Police raided an address in Atherstone Town Centre where a Cannabis grow was found in the loft space. The female occupant of the property was arrested and dealt with for the offence.

Police said: "The occupant had erected an elaborate operation where the plants were allowed to grow. A number of mature cannabis plants were seized together with the equipment that had been installed."

Officers are urging all residents with concerns to contact them.