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Two charged after £300k cannabis factory discovered

PSNI A large room with about 150 cannabis plants. They are placed in rows throughout the floor and the room is warmly lit.PSNI
Police found the cannabis factory after searching a property in Hillsborough

Two men have been charged after a cannabis factory was discovered in Hillsborough, County Down.

A property in Sandringham Court was searched at about 22:30 GMT on Friday, where about 150 cannabis plants, as well as harvested cannabis and other items were found.

Police said the estimated street value of the drugs is approximately £300,000.

The men - aged 22 and 32 - are due to appear at Lisburn Magistrates' Court on Monday.

They have been charged with a number of offences, including possession of a class B controlled drug, possession of a class B controlled drug with intent to supply, and cultivating cannabis.

PSNI A close-up image of large plastic bags of cannabis. About 10 bags are placed within a cardboard boxes, with some more, unopened boxes placed on the right hand side of it.PSNI
Two men are being held after the search on Friday

A Police Service of Northern Ireland spokesperson said the operation demonstrates its commitment to "removing drugs from the local community and dealing with organised crime gangs".

Damage was also caused to the property.

The spokesperson added: "I would urge landlords and letting agents to ensure they obtain appropriate identification when renting out properties and conduct regular checks and report to police anything that causes them concern."