The hemp grow operation came to light due to a MMA report and the presence of a strong hemp smell in the area. The drug team North Holland discovered the space in the business premises. The grow operation consisted of several rooms and contained a total of over 800 plants.
The plants have been seized and destroyed, along with all equipment. The quantity in combination with the equipment suggests that this was a professional hemp grow operation.
Stealing Electricity Can Cause Fire
Electricity and water were stolen for the grow operation. The energy company and the water company have safely shut everything down. Stealing electricity can cause short circuits or overheating, which can lead to fires. This is a risk you do not want where you live or work.
Keep Crime Out of Your Neighborhood
Do you smell a strong hemp odor? Do you hear a constant humming sound from an extractor? Then there may be a hemp grow operation near you. Recognize the signs and see what you can do at www.houdmisdaaduitjebuurt.nl.
Consider:
- Report to the neighborhood officer at 0900-8844.
- Or via Report Crime Anonymously at 0800-7000.