Police find more than 200 suspected cannabis plants in Chesterfield home

Police discovered 180 suspected cannabis plants inside a home in William Street, Stonegravels.

Marjus Cjapi was arrested at the address and has been charged on suspicion of the production of a controlled Class B drug.

He has been remanded and will appear at the Chesterfield Justice Centre later today (Thursday, August 20).

Officers from Derbyshire Constabulary are urging anyone who suspects that drug dealing or production is taking place in their community to contact police by calling 101.

People can also contact officers by sending a private message via Facebook, or messaging them directly via the Derbyshire Police Contact twitter page or by completing an online contact form.

Alternatively, you can report any sightings or information anonymously via charity Crimestoppers by dialling 0800 555 111.

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