Cannabis found drying in loft

POLICE discovered a large amount of cannabis hidden in the loft of a house in Failsworth.

A 24-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of cultivation of cannabis and bailed until May 4 pending further inquiries.

After a tip-off, Oldham officers executed a warrant on an address on Lord Lane on Thursday evening, where they found the cannabis in netting, hanging from the roof.

Officers say the drugs were worth £15,000-£20,000.

Anyone with concerns about drug dealing in the Failsworth area can call 0161-856 8995 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.