The police discovered the plantation following a report. Upon entering the residence, officers found an active cannabis plantation. No arrests have been made yet. Both the plants and equipment have been seized and will be destroyed. The energy company removed the meter and stopped the power supply.
Danger to the neighborhood
Illegal electricity tapping is common in cannabis plantations and poses risks to nearby residents. Short circuits or overheating can cause fires. It is important to report any suspicions of a cannabis plantation. Do you smell a strong cannabis odor nearby? Do you hear a constant buzzing or humming noise from ventilation? Then you might be dealing with a cannabis plantation.
How to recognize a cannabis plantation in your neighborhood?
Help us combat undermining crime in your area. Be alert to signs of criminal activity and report anything suspicious! A plantation is characterized by:
- A strong cannabis smell;
- Extensive carpentry work for setting up the plantation without clear renovation;
- The house appears unoccupied, with occasional visits to water the plants;
- Constant buzzing or humming noise from ventilation;
- Unknown vehicles unloading large boxes or garbage bags every few weeks.
Keep crime out of your neighborhood
Everyone can help fight undermining crime and make our neighborhoods safer by recognizing suspicious signs and responding. Call us immediately at 112 for suspicious situations or afterwards at 0900-8844. You can also file an online report at www.politie.nl. If you hesitate to provide information, you can always do so anonymously via Crime Anonymous (0800-7000) or the National Intelligence Team (088-6617734), a department trained to protect tipsters and informants.