In the year 2022/23 alone, 515,570 cannabis plants were seized in England and Wales, highlighting the scale and persistence of illegal cannabis farming operations.
The Yorkshire and the Humber region emerged as the leading area for cannabis plant seizures, with 145,870 plants found, demonstrating a regional trend in drug exploitation.
Police have issued warnings about drug gangs taking over empty shops as cannabis farms, underscoring the adaptive strategies that criminals use to evade detection.
Several indicators can help residents identify cannabis farms, including strong odors, covered windows, excessive security measures, and unusual visitor patterns, suggesting a community role in prevention.
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