Grow found after burglary reports

156 Plants have been seized following action by West Mercia Police responding to a burglary report from a neighbour.

After receiving a 999 call reporting an on-going burglary in Hurleybrook Way, Leegomery, Telford on the night of the 19/03/2025, attending officers soon found that the property was actually a cannabis grow.

The grow was quickly dismantled and 156 plants were seized for destruction. The estimated street value for all of the plants would be north of £150,000. Investigations are ongoing, and we encourage residents to remain vigilant.

If you notice suspicious activity, such as covered windows, unusual smells or strange comings and going from an address please report via 101 or anonymously through Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or by visiting their website: https://orlo.uk/7t1pE