Man charged after cannabis farm worth £176,000 found in raid

Officers made the discovery after executing a warrant at a property on Benarty Avenue in Lochgelly on Tuesday.

Man charged after cannabis farm worth £176,000 found in raid in FifeGetty Images

A man has been charged after a cannabis farm worth an estimate £176,000 was seized by police in Fife.

Officers made the discovery after executing a warrant at a property on Benarty Avenue in Lochgelly around 9.30am on Tuesday.

Police confirmed they seized a cannabis cultivation with an estimated street value of around £176,000.

A 26-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with the recovery.

Sergeant Gayle Hopton said: “Drugs cause misery in our communities and tackling those responsible for the cultivation and supply of illegal substances is a priority for Police Scotland.

“The public has an important role to play and we encourage anyone with information or concerns about drugs to contact Police Scotland on 101 or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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