Huge cannabis factory is found in heart of Doncaster city centre
A huge cannabis factory right in the heart of Doncaster city centre has been smashed open by police.
Multiple arrests, drug and e-bike seizures and the shutting down of the cannabis factory was all in a week's work for police in the city.
As part of Safer City, South Yorkshire Police officers are continuing to work alongside City of Doncaster Council to create a safer Doncaster for all.
Last week saw officers carry out 74 hours of patrols in the city centre and immediate surrounding area, covering 119 miles.
Suspected shoplifters and drug dealers were arrested and brought into custody, with officers also arresting two youths on suspicion of assaulting and racially abusing staff at Frenchgate and the Interchange.
One notable result came from a routine patrol of Wheatley, which saw two neighbourhood officers carrying out intelligence-led patrols of the area seize over £3,000 worth of illegal and harmful drugs.
Two women were arrested at the scene and have since been charged with possession with intent to supply heroin and crack cocaine.
A warrant executed at a premises in Market Place under Section 23 of the Misuse of Drugs Act also saw officers recover over £200,000 worth of cannabis plants.
The electricity had been bypassed posing a serious fire risk to neighbouring buildings and the general public, with the cannabis factory found in an area of the city centre with significantly high footfall.
Doncaster Central NPT Sergeant Steve Roberts said: "As we head into the Christmas period, we remain committed to improving your safety and understanding more about any issues or concerns you're facing.
"In addition to our existing patrols in the city centre, our Christmas cabin will be returning on 6 December at the clock corner on St Sepulchre Gate, with officers on hand to offer assistance, support and crime prevention advice in the run-up to Christmas.
"We had some really positive feedback from members of the public with regards to our pop-up stall in the city centre over the summer so we can't wait to get the cabin up and running and meet more of you during this festive season."