Two men charged after cannabis farm discovered at historic Leeds landmark
A suspected burglary at a historic property inside Micklefield Park led to the discovery of a cannabis cultivation setup and the charging of two men
Two men have been charged following the discovery of a cannabis farm inside a historic building in Leeds.
Cuong Nguyen, 29, of no fixed abode, and Nam Nguyeu, 31, of Salisbury Street, Rawdon, have both been charged with being concerned in the production of a controlled drug of Class B.
The men were remanded in custody by West Yorkshire Police ahead of their scheduled appearance at Leeds Magistrates’ Court today (July 10).
The cannabis cultivation setup was uncovered by police officers on Wednesday morning.
The force confirmed that officers had initially been called to attend Micklefield House, which sits within Micklefield Park in Rawdon.
Upon entering the historic property, officers discovered a large-scale cannabis grow active inside.
A spokesperson for the West Yorkshire Police stated: “A cannabis farm was found within the property on Wednesday morning after officers attended in response to a reported burglary.
Cuong Nguyen, aged 29, of no fixed abode and Nam Nguyeu, aged 31, of Salisbury Street, Rawdon, have both been charged with being concerned in the production of a controlled drug of Class B.”