Police uncover cannabis grow at Derbyshire home – as criminals use garlic to throw officers off the scent

Police discovered a cannabis grow at a property in Derbyshire – and found that criminals had adopted a novel method of hiding their illegal enterprise.
By Tom Hardwick
Published 12th Jul 2022, 10:58 BST
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On Monday, July 11, the Shirebrook Safer Neighbourhood Team executed a drugs warrant in Langwith.

Officers uncovered a significant cannabis grow at a property – with the plants being seized and subsequently destroyed.

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In a Facebook post, an SNT spokesperson said: “This is more cannabis which was destined for the steets and is now heading for destruction.

The plants were later destroyed after being confiscated.The plants were later destroyed after being confiscated.
The plants were later destroyed after being confiscated.

”You may have also noticed garlic bulbs hanging by the door – garlic may keep the vampires away, but it certainly won't keep Shirebrook SNT away.”

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The SNT said that such grows are dangerous, with a high risk of electrical fires. They urged residents to look out for the following signs, which may indicate that someone is growing cannabis:

Bright lights on during the daytime

Fans can be heard all throughout the day

Strong smells of cannabis

Blinds/curtains closed all day.

Crime can be reported using any of the following methods:

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Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

Twitter – direct message the force’s contact centre on @DerPolContact

Website – complete the online contact form

Phone – call 101

You can also anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.