LatviaPublished: 12 June 2026 at 19:09

Marijuana Plantation Discovered in Private House in Jelgava Region

In May, police in Jelgava region found a marijuana plantation in a private home, seizing 10 seedlings, dried cannabis, and growing equipment. A man has been arrested.

The State Police have reported that in May, during a search of a private house in the Jelgava region, a marijuana plantation was uncovered. Officers seized ten cannabis seedlings, dried marijuana, and equipment used for cultivation. A man has been detained on suspicion of illegal activity and has been remanded in custody. The investigation is ongoing.

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