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Nairne man, teen charged over massive hydroponic cannabis set-up at Wingfield

A man and a teenage boy will face court after allegedly being caught at the scene of a huge hydroponic cannabis bust in Adelaide’s north.

A man and a teenage boy have been charged over a massive hydroponic cannabis bust in Adelaide’s north.

Police raided an industrial premises at Wingfield about 9.30am on Thursday, November 30. after an investigation and alleged found 147 cannabis plants being grown hydroponically and about 85kg of dried cannabis during a search.

They also found three quad bikes they suspect were stolen.

Police also allege electricity had been diverted to the premises.

Police have seized 85kg of dried cannabis and 147 plants in a drug bust at Wingfield. Picture: Supplied,
Police have seized 85kg of dried cannabis and 147 plants in a drug bust at Wingfield. Picture: Supplied,
Some of the near-150 plants seized in the drug bust. Picture: SA Police
Some of the near-150 plants seized in the drug bust. Picture: SA Police
Police have seized 85kg of dried cannabis and 147 plants in a drug bust at Wingfield. Picture: SA Police
Police have seized 85kg of dried cannabis and 147 plants in a drug bust at Wingfield. Picture: SA Police

A Nairne man, 46, was arrested along with a 17-year-old Osborne boy at the scene.

They were charged with cultivating a large commercial quantity of cannabis, possessing a large commercial quantity of cannabis for sale, and diverting electricity.

The man appeared has the Port Adelaide Magistrates Court and is scheduled to reappear on Thursday.

The 17-year-old was bailed to appear at the Port Adelaide Youth Court in January.

Police ask anyone with further information, or any information about the cultivation, possession or sale of illicit substances is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au – you can remain anonymous.

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