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Cannabis farm discovered in stately home which once hosted the King

Cannabis farm discovered in stately home which once hosted the King

Summary

Police found a cannabis farm in Plas Glynllifon, a historic mansion in North Wales where King Charles once attended an event. North Wales Police conducted a raid and discovered many rooms used for growing cannabis plants but have not made any arrests yet. The house has a complex ownership history and was recently taken off the market.

Key Facts

  • Police raided Plas Glynllifon mansion to find drugs.
  • The mansion is a Grade I listed building near Caernarfon, Gwynedd.
  • Officers found a large amount of cannabis being grown in about 12 rooms.
  • There have been no arrests so far, and the owners have not been contacted.
  • The mansion was once the venue for an event attended by King Charles.
  • It was previously planned to become a luxury hotel before being placed in receivership.
  • The current owner, David Savage, put it on the market in 2024 for £2 million.
  • The investigation is ongoing, and police are processing digital and forensic evidence.

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