Cannabis Farm Found At Wheatsheaf Pub Sunderland

A cannabis farm has been found inside The Wheatsheaf building in Sunderland on Sunday 18th October. 

Northumbria Police Officers executed a warrant at a premises on Thomas Street North in the Monkwearmouth area of Sunderland, shortly after 9am on Sunday.

A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “Shortly after 9am yesterday (Sunday), officers executed a warrant at a premises on Thomas Street North in the Monkwearmouth area of Sunderland.

“Once officers gained entry to the premises they discovered a cannabis farm inside.

“Officers remain at the scene and work is ongoing to remove the plants from inside the premises and make the area safe.”

A 53-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of cannabis production in connection with the discovery.

Police confirmed: “Enquiries into the discovery are ongoing and a man – aged 53 – has been arrested on suspicion of production of cannabis.

“The man has been released on police bail pending further enquiries.”

Yesterday, police presence remained outside The Wheatsheaf throughout the morning, with two police cars initially parked outside. By lunchtime, this number increased from two to four.

Sunderland City Council were approached for a comment and did not respond.