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£24 Million Cannabis Bust Disrupts Major Drug Network

1/11/2026

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Police in Blackrod seized two tonnes of cannabis worth £24 million in a major UK drug bust.
The operation occurred on January 9 when officers executed a warrant at Leigh Tenement Farm.
Musa Kala, 35, and Raheem Latif, 27, are charged with conspiracy to supply cannabis and remain in custody, with a court appearance on January 12.
Detective Superintendent Joe Harrop said the operation disrupted a significant illegal drug network.

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Police in Blackrod seized two tonnes of cannabis worth £24 million in a major UK drug bust.
The operation occurred on January 9 when officers executed a warrant at Leigh Tenement Farm.
Musa Kala, 35, and Raheem Latif, 27, are charged with conspiracy to supply cannabis and remain in custody, with a court appearance on January 12.
Detective Superintendent Joe Harrop said the operation disrupted a significant illegal drug network.