Cannabis Cultivation Warrants Executed in Ashford

Neighbourhood Policing Officers have been working alongside Kent Police's Serious Crime Directorate as part of an ongoing investigation into organised crime and drug production in Ashford.
 

On 4 August 2026, officers executed warrants at properties on Hythe Road and Riverbank Way, Ashford. As a result, approximately 500 cannabis plants were seized.
 

Two individuals have since been arrested and charged with the production of cannabis and remain in custody awaiting their next court hearing.
 

How to Spot a Possible Cannabis Cultivation

Cannabis grows can pose significant risks to neighbouring properties and communities, including fire hazards caused by unsafe electrical installations, water damage, and links to organised criminal activity.
 

Signs of a potential cannabis cultivation include:

🌿 A strong, unusual smell of cannabis coming from a property.

💡 Bright lights visible at unusual times of the day or night.

🪟 Windows that are permanently covered, blacked out, or have excessive condensation.

🔌 Tampered electricity meters, unusual wiring, or frequent power outages in the area.

🏠 Properties that appear unoccupied but receive regular short visits.

🌡️ Excessive heat coming from a property, particularly during colder weather.
 

How to Report Concerns

If you suspect a cannabis cultivation is operating in your neighbourhood, please report it to Kent Police via:

📞 101 (non-emergency)

💻 Online at the Kent Police website

🚨 Always call 999 if a crime is in progress or there is an immediate threat to life or property.