A 27-year-old man and 35-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of drug offenced after police seized around two tonnes of cannabis at a location on Leigh Tenement Farm, Bolton
The cannabis had an estimated street value of around £24million and is believed to be one of the largest single UK seizures of cannabis.
Detective Superintendent Joe Harrop from GMP’s Serious Crime Division said: “Our officers uncovered a large-scale and sophisticated illegal operation at the location , housing a significant volume of illegal drugs.
“This seizure marks a major success for our officers – it removes a major source of harm, disrupts criminal networks and helps make neighbourhoods safer.
“Our work demonstrates the ongoing commitment to targeting large-scale drug production and distribution and is key in safeguarding vulnerable people.
“It sends a clear message that this kind of criminal activity will not be tolerated and our officers will work hard to ensure those responsible are brought to justice”
