Illegal cannabis farm with 280 plants dismantled in Uitgeest industrial unit
Residents near Molenwerf in Uitgeest faced hidden dangers after police uncovered a large illegal cannabis cultivation site. The operation posed fire risks and health hazards due to stolen electricity and water, prompting an immediate nine-month closure of the premises.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Molenwerf, Uitgeest (Noord-Holland) |
| Plants seized | Approximately 280 |
| Equipment seized | Yes, destroyed immediately |
| Premises closure | 9 months |
| Risks identified | Fire hazard, contaminated water, theft |
| Reporting options | Municipality, police (0900-8844), Crime Stoppers (0800-7000) |
Local municipalities, like Uitgeest, are responsible for public safety and can order closures of premises involved in illegal activities. The police handle criminal investigations and work with local authorities to mitigate risks such as fire hazards and public health threats.
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Cannabis cultivation operation discovered in industrial building on Molenwerf in Uitgeest
On Tuesday, March 17, a cannabis cultivation operation was discovered in an industrial building on Molenwerf in Uitgeest. The police drug squad found approximately 280 plants. The plants and equipment were immediately seized and destroyed. The mayor has ordered the immediate closure of the premises for nine months.
Risks to the surrounding area
A cannabis cultivation operation poses risks to the surrounding area. In this case, illegal electricity was being tapped, which can cause short circuits, overheating, and fires. Water was also being stolen, which can lead to contaminated water and risks to public health.
Report suspicious situations
You know your neighborhood best. Do you notice something that doesn’t seem right? For example, a strong cannabis odor or a constant buzzing sound from ventilation? This could indicate a cannabis cultivation operation.
Report this to:
- the municipality (Links to an external website),
- the neighborhood police officer via 0900-8844
- or anonymously via Crime Stoppers (Links to an external website) (0800-7000).
Additional information on the page: Reporting undermining.