Anglemont marijuana growers face theft charges

Massive grow operation busted in Anglemont.

Chase RCMP.

On May 18th, 2010 the Chase RCMP assisted by RCMP Air Services, Police Dog Services and Central Interior Traffic Services out of Kamloops executed a search warrant in the 7000 block of the Squilax Anglemont Highway in Anglemont, BC.

Police seized over 4300 marihuana plants that were being produced inside buildings on the property and found over 60 pounds of dried product ready to be packaged for distribution.

Police recovered commercial grade growing equipment including two stolen BC Hydro power transformers that were in use in the grow operation. Also discovered was a hydro electric bypass indicating a theft of the power that was running to this operation.

5 adults and 1 youth were arrested at the scene and will be facing numerous charges. All subjects remain in police custody at this time and the investigation is continuing.

Anyone with information on this crime or who has information on any other marihuana growing operations in the area are asked to contact the Chase RCMP or Crimestoppers.

May 20, 2010
RCMP File # 2010-1028