iStockFour men have been arrested after a large-scale cannabis cultivation was discovered at an industrial estate in Ayrshire.
Police Scotland’s Ayrshire Proactive Crime Team carried out a drugs search warrant at a premises at Ardeer Industrial Estate, Stevenston, on April 4.
The cannabis farm they discovered is estimated to be worth £2m.
Four men – aged 30, 32, 34 and 36 – have been arrested and charged in connection with drugs offences.
They are due to appear at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court on Wednesday, April 5.
Detective Sergeant Terry McEwan said: “Drug misuse brings nothing but misery to our communities and I want to reassure the people of Ayrshire that we will continue to use every tool and tactic at our disposal to remove these illegal substances from the community.
“Our work often relies on the support of the public, so if you have any information or concerns about drug misuse, do not hesitate to contact Police Scotland on 101 or report this anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
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