A CANNABIS factory valued at £300,000 has been uncovered at a Blackburn property.

Police made the discovery at the detached house in Bolton Road at 9am today after executing a warrant.

Some 600 plants, each with an estimated street value of £500 each, were found in the premises along with a sophisticated heating, lighting, watering and air filtration system.

Sergeant Paul Schofield said: “This warrant was executed as a result of information we received from residents. It is an example of how working with local communities is vital in the fight against drugs.

“It was a highly sophisticated set-up and is one of the most substantial finds in Blackburn in recent times. “Lancashire’s residents can now be reassured that a substantial amount of cannabis is off the streets. We will continue to work with communities to stamp out drugs and related crime.”

A 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the production of cannabis and he remains in police custody where he is being questioned by detectives.

Anyone with information should phone the police on 0845 1 25 35 45 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.