Landlords warned after drug hauls

The cannabis factory in Maesteg was spread over four floors

Almost 1,000 cannabis plants have been uncovered at a disused pub in Maesteg.

South Wales Police say the haul at the Traveller's Rest is worth £300k - and potentially more as the plants can be harvested five-times a year.

Two Chinese nationals were arrested following the raid and are in custody in Bridgend.

It comes as landlords are being warned to be vigilant after two cannabis factories were discovered at Llangollen, Denbighshire.

South Wales Police said the Maesteg cannabis factory on Nantyffyllon's high street was spread across four floors.

Detectives were tipped off when two neighbourhood policing officers became suspicious of comings and goings at the derelict building.

Divisional Commander Tim Jones said: "This is a significant find which I am in no doubt will have an impact on the distribution of illegal drugs in the borough.

"I would like to take the opportunity to praise two community support officers whose vigilance whilst walking the beat has really paid off."

Organised Crime

In Denbighshire, North Wales Police have urged property owners who rent out flats and homes to be on their guard, after uncovering to cannabis operations.

At one property, called Plas yn Pentre Grange, in Trevor, the factory was spread over three floors.

Officers, who have made two arrests, said the second factory was discovered at a house in the centre of Llangollen.

Sgt Craig Jones added: "It is well known that organised crime gangs, particularly those involved in drug production seek to distance themselves from any illegal activity to avoid being arrested.

"A convenient way of doing this is involvement in rental premises."