Police Nab Duo with £75k Cannabis Stash in Brighton
Officers swooped last Friday after an assault report on Ditchling Rise led them to a property on Beaconsfield Road. But what they found was far more serious.
Secret Cannabis Den Uncovered
Trusting their instincts, cops searched the house and uncovered a stash of over 11kg of cannabis, worth an eye-watering £75,000. They also found more than £10,000 in cash.
Two Men Arrested and Charged
- Massinissa Lahdiri, 25
- Karim Saadoune, 32
Both from Newmarket Road, Brighton, the pair were charged with possession with intent to supply Class B drugs and possessing criminal property. They have been remanded in custody with a trial set for April 8 at Lewes Crown Court.
Detective Praises Officers’ Sharp Instincts
“This is a great example of officers trusting their instincts to investigate further and ultimately take a huge amount of harmful substances off the streets,” said Detective Sergeant Jo Benton. “I would like to commend them for their quick thinking, which has also led to two people being taken into custody. We will continue to crack down on any reports of violence and drug offences and make Brighton and Hove an inhospitable place for those who spread harm.”
