Police responding to a burglary report last weekend made an unexpected discovery of a big cannabis farm.

Wiltshire Police officers responded to the report of a property burglary on Cricklade Road in  Swindon at around 5.30am on Saturday, October 26.(Image: Wiltshire Police)

But when they arrived they found a “large” amount of cannabis growing inside. Pictures of the inside show plants in pots and hanging from the roof and reflective lamps.

A police cordon was put up, causing some concern among neighbours with one saying: “Police have been there for 24 hours.(Image: Dave Cox)

“House has been sat for months in silence and darkness until now with a brick through the window on the early hours of Saturday morning.”

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The plants have been seized and police are asking anyone who knows anything to contact them.(Image: Wiltshire Police)

A Wiltshire Police spokesperson said: “Officers responded to reports of a burglary at a property on Cricklade Road, Swindon at around 5.30am on Saturday (26/10).

“When they arrived to investigate a large cannabis grow was discovered inside.

“A cordon was put in place while our investigations were carried out, and the plants were seized.

“If you saw what happened, or have information that would help our enquiries please contact us on 101 quoting reference number 54240126486.

“Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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