Police found 250 cannabis plants in different stages of growth – from mature to seedlings – inside three sheds at a property in North Canterbury. A tip-off to police led to the discovery of 250 cannabis plants in three sheds in rural Canterbury along with more than $100,000 in cash. Police found 250 cannabis plants in different stages of growth – from mature to seedlings – inside three sheds that had been converted for the "commercial-level" cannabis growing operation. Cooper said a man in his 40s had been charged with cultivating cannabis and possession of cannabis for supply. Four men are facing charges including theft of motor vehicle and receiving stolen property.

Source: Stuff September 16, 2020 02:48 UTC