Posted on 01/07/2011, 5:58 pm, by mySteinbach
Marijuana grow operation discovered in Winnipeg.
On January 7, 2011, at about 3:30pm, RCMP “D” Division Winnipeg Drug Section executed a search warrant under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act at a residence on Gardenia Avenue, in the Maples area of Winnipeg.
RCMP found the entire home had been converted into a sophisticated marijuana grow operation. In excess of 700 marijuana plants, in various stages of growth was discovered.
RCMP report that no one was in the home at the time of the search.
The street value of the drugs seized is estimated at about $700,000.
At present, no arrests have been made and no charges laid.
The investigation continues.
Sgt. Line Karpish
RCMP Media Relations
(204)983-8497
