They dismantle an outdoor plantation with 6,282 marijuana plants in Montblanc without arrests

The Mossos destroy more than 6,000 marijuana plants in Montblanc and continue investigating to locate those responsible.
Plantació de marihuana desmantellada a Montblanc
Provided to ACN by the Mossos d'Esquadra / Catalan News Agency

The Mossos d'Esquadra have dismantled an outdoor plantation with more than 6,000 marijuana plants in Montblanc. This police action has resulted in the immediate destruction of 6,282 plants in an advanced state and the confiscation of more than 60 kilograms of buds prepared for distribution.

The operation, which began early in the morning, uncovered a complex and well-organized infrastructure, although no arrests were made during the intervention.

Police operation and discoveries at the plantation

What was the police operation like in Montblanc?

The operation started at six in the morning with the clear objective of dismantling the crop and locating the people responsible for its maintenance and surveillance. Upon arrival, the officers found the plantation spread over seven terraces, with a large number of plants and buds.

What infrastructure elements were found in the area?

The police forces located two tents used for overnight stays, two drying units, and an area set up as a kitchen. This infrastructure indicated that those responsible could stay close to the crop to control different phases of the drug preparation process.

Quantities and characteristics of the seized material

How many plants and buds were exactly seized?

The Mossos confiscated a total of 6,282 marijuana plants in an advanced state. In addition, thirteen bags full of dry and prepared buds were found, with a combined weight exceeding 60 kilograms.

What is the importance of this intervention in the local context?

The magnitude of the crop makes it one of the most significant interventions in the area in recent years, since the amount of seized drugs could considerably affect the local and regional illegal market.

Status of the investigation and future prospects

What is the current status of the Mossos investigation?

The investigation remains open with the goal of identifying and arresting the individuals allegedly responsible for this plantation. So far, no suspects have been located during the operation, which points to an organization possibly using surveillance strategies to avoid detection.

When is the continuation of police actions expected?

The Mossos maintain the operation active to collect evidence and testimonies that allow progress in identifying those involved, with the possibility of new arrests imminently if their connection is confirmed.

The destruction of this large marijuana plantation in Montblanc highlights the complexity of illegal crops in dispersed areas. The scale of the operation and the infrastructure found show that behind this is an organization capable of maintaining a stable crop prepared for distribution. The Mossos' investigation remains open and the local community expects effective results to dismantle this illegal activity and prevent its recurrence.

Source of the article: Catalan News Agency