On Thursday morning around 9:30 AM, the police entered a residence at Kolenwagenslag in Scheveningen. In the garage box of the residence, they found multiple grow rooms containing over 300 plants and 4000 cuttings. A person was present during the entry, a 55-year-old man from The Hague. His role in the discovered cannabis grow operation is part of the ongoing investigation.

Dangers of cannabis grow operations
An illegal cannabis grow operation is dangerous for yourself and your surroundings. Often, illegally tapped electricity and poorly installed equipment are used, posing a serious fire hazard. Damage to homes or commercial buildings can also occur due to leaks, odors, and mold formation.

Reporting pays off
Do you smell a strong cannabis odor nearby? Do you hear a constant humming or buzzing noise from ventilation? You might be dealing with a cannabis grow operation. Other signs include electrical problems in the area, windows covered up, odors, moisture, mold, leaks in or around the property, or lights that are constantly on.

If you suspect a cannabis grow operation nearby, call the police at 0900-8844 or report it anonymously at Meld Misdaad Anoniem 0800-7000.