Man charged following the seizure of 260 cannabis plants in MacGregor

ACT Policing has charged a 26-year-old Sydney man with cultivating a commercial quantity of a controlled plant for sale, following the seizure of 260 cannabis plants from a residence in Macgregor yesterday (Tuesday, 3 July 2018).

About 10am, officers from Criminal Investigations executed a search warrant at a residence in Cumpston Place, Macgregor.

During the search warrant, officers seized 260 cannabis plants, and a large quantity of hydroponic growing equipment, and approximately 100kg of cannabis leaf.

The man has been charged with cultivating a commercial quantity of a controlled plant for sale.

He will face the ACT Magistrates Court today (Wednesday, 4 July 2018).

Police will oppose bail.

ACT Policing will continue to target and disrupt the illicit production, distribution and trafficking of drugs in the ACT.

Anyone with any information about the manufacture, distribution or supply of illicit drugs is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Information can be provided anonymously.

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