Huge cannabis farm discovered inside former West Bromwich Magistrates Court
A huge cannabis factory with more than 2,000 plants has been discovered in the former West Bromwich Magistrates Court building.
West Midlands Police made the discovery in Lombard Street West on Sunday morning.
A 34-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of cultivating cannabis, but has since been released without charge.
A West Midlands Police spokeswoman said: "We've discovered a large cannabis factory in the former West Bromwich Magistrates Court building.
"It's estimated there are more than 2,000 plants which we're now in the process of seizing.
"The drugs den was found in Lombard Street West after we acted on information at around 9.45pm on Sunday.
"Every cannabis farm we destroy helps prevent a vicious circle.
"As the plants won't then end up as street deals, the profits won’t go on to fund other crime, and they won’t ruin lives.
"Anyone who suspects drugs are being cultivated in their community is urged to contact us via live chat on our website."
