Feb 22 β€’ 16:45 UTC πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Argentina La Nacion (ES)

A thief fell trying to steal marijuana and revealed a clandestine nursery whose owner remains unidentified

A thief was caught attempting to steal marijuana from a rooftop nursery in Argentina, leading to the discovery of a large-scale illegal operation.

In the early hours of the morning, police were alerted by a neighbor in Parque Chacabuco, who noticed suspicious movements on the rooftops. Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered a man armed with scissors on the terrace of a building located on Pumacahua Street, where they also found an illegal nursery containing over a hundred marijuana plants and a room set up as a greenhouse. The suspect was apprehended, but the owner of the property and operation has yet to be identified.

The police report indicated that the officers contacted the neighbor who initiated the call for help, receiving permission to enter the property in the absence of the owner. They accessed the building and proceeded to the terrace where they encountered the suspect. This incident highlights the ongoing issue of illegal drug cultivation in urban areas, where individuals attempt to capitalize on the growing demand for marijuana.

As authorities search for the rightful owner of the nursery, this case raises questions about the extent of illegal operations hidden within residential neighborhoods. It underscores the challenges faced by law enforcement in tackling drug-related crimes, particularly in less visible locations like rooftops and backyards, and raises concerns about community safety and the illegal drug trade in Argentina.

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