Drugs factory uncovered in Kingshurst street

SURPRISING DISCOVERY: The bedrooms had been fitted with lamps,
heaters and other equipment to grow the drug. Photo/WMP Cannabis Team

POLICE called out to investigate reports of a burglary in Kingshurst were surprised to discover a cannabis factory at the address.
Officers had attended the house in Silver Birch Road earlier today, following a 999 call concerning a break-in at the property.
Arriving at the scene they found the back door was partially open, while inside the dwelling two upstairs bedrooms were being used to cultivate the Class B drug. A total of 31 plants were inside.
No-one was in the house at the time but investigations into the factory continue.
Anyone with information should call officers on 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.