Spot the signs of Cannabis grows and stop the crime.

Dear Resident

" 🚨 Spot the Signs – Stop the Crime 🚨

Cannabis Grows Can Be Hidden in Plain Sight Northamptonshire Police are urging landlords, neighbours, and the community to stay alert.

Criminals are using rental and privately owned properties for illegal cannabis cultivation – putting lives and property at risk.

What to Look Out For:

Tenants paying large sums of cash upfront

Refusal to allow access to the property Strong smells, blacked-out windows, or unusual wiring

Lights on 24/7

High humidity, or mould

Sudden spikes in energy usage

Ducting tubes or bin bags full of plant waste

The Consequences:

Property damage

Fire risk

Insurance issues

Loss of rent and high repair costs

Increased crime in your area

Your eyes and ears can make a difference. If something feels off – report it.

Trust your instincts.

Call us on 101 or report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111

Let’s keep our communities safer together.

Message Sent By
Laura Harmer
(Northamptonshire Police, Police Community Support Officer, NN8 Northampton Kingsthorpe Headlands Boothville)