Hydroponic house discovered, 321 cannabis plants seized near Maitland, NSW

Police are investigating the seizure of 321 cannabis plants at a hydroponic house near Maitland, NSW Police say.

About 7.30pm on Saturday (24 March 2018), officers from Port Stephens/Hunter Police District attended a home on Honeysuckle Drive, Aberyglasslyn, to make inquiries.

Officers found the premises open and unoccupied.

An initial inspection of the home located a large amount of cannabis.

A crime scene was established and Strike Force Devom was formed to conduct the investigation.

Officers attached to Strike Force Devom executed a warrant at the property today (Monday 26 February 2018).

Police discovered the property had been converted into a hydroponic house.

Officers located and seized a number of items from the property including 321 cannabis plants and over 22kg of loose cannabis leaf.

Investigations are continuing.

Police would like to speak with anyone who may have information regarding the premises.

Police are urging anyone with information in relation to this incident to call Crime Stoppers.

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