A large cannabis farm has been uncovered in Burnley following reports of suspicious activity and the smell of the drug.

Police were called to the Clough Lane area yesterday, Thursday September 5 to investigate.

Officers attended the address alongside bailiffs, who had a repossession order and upon entry discovered a large cannabis farm spread across three floors of the property.

All plants have now been seized.

There was also evidence that the electricity had been bypassed and Electricity North West attended the scene to ensure that the area was safe.

No arrests have been made and an investigation is under way.

It was uncovered thanks to Lancashire Police’s scheme Operation Warrior which helps to tackle serious and organised crime in Lancashire.

Supported by the Police and Crime Commissioner Clive Grunshaw, it aims to target the individuals and gangs involved in crime.

This focusses on large scale drug supply, exploitation and fraud, all of which can cause serious harm to the community.