iStockFive men have been charged after a cannabis farm worth an estimated £1.2m was seized by police in West Lothian.
The large cultivation was found within a premises at Polbeth Industrial Estate, Polbeth, around 10.20am on Wednesday.
Police confirmed that the men, aged 36, 29, 26, 22 and 20, were arrested and charged in connection with the discovery.
They are due to appear at Livingston Sheriff Court on Thursday.
A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
The force is urging anyone with information about drugs activity in their area to come forward.
Police constable Michael Fairbanks said: “Drugs cause misery in our communities and we will use all resources at our disposal to disrupt the drugs trade in Scotland.
“Information provided by the public is vital in helping us continue to do this.
“This significant recovery underlines our commitment to the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce and the country’s Serious Organised Crime Strategy.
“We would continue to urge anyone with information or concerns about drugs activity in their area to contact Police Scotland on 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
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