Crime & Safety
Sheriff's Uncover Pot House in Rowland Heights, Seeking Suspects
Sheriff's discovered a maturing marijuana growing facility in a Rowland Heights home Thursday evening with 721 plants valued at an estimated street value of $1.8 million.
Los Angeles County Sheriff's officers discovered 721 high-value marijuana plants at a home in Rowland Heights after a search conducted Thursday night.
According to a Sheriff's report, officers at the department's Walnut/Diamond Bar Station received a tip about a residence in the 13000 block of Otterbein Avenue and contacted the Industry Narcotics crew who responded.
Detectives obtained a search warrant for the home and discovered 721 plants nearing maturity, which were estimated to have a street value of over $1.8 million.
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Detectives also discovered "sophisticated hydroponic and lighting equipment" and representatives from Southern California Edison advised Sheriff's that the suspects had also stolen around $25,000 in electricity.
As an investigation continues, Sheriff's are asking anyone with information to contact the at (909) 595-2264.
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