In Paracuellos del Jarama, Spain, authorities uncovered an extensive indoor marijuana cultivation operation after an electricity company alerted them to unusually high power consumption at a residence. This irregularity led the Guardia Civil to investigate, revealing not only an illegal connection to the electrical grid but also the presence of over 2,200 marijuana plants in the facility.

The investigation commenced on February 13, when the Madrid Command received a report regarding a potential illegal electricity hook. Upon their arrival, law enforcement officials verified the presence of an unlawful power connection. Additionally, they found sophisticated equipment used for air extraction, which indicated that the residents were growing marijuana indoors. The household involved was occupied by an elderly couple, emphasizing the unexpected nature of the operation given their age.

This incident highlights the ongoing issue of illegal drug cultivation in Spain, involving complex networks that often go undetected until indicators such as unusual electricity consumption raise red flags. The discovery also underscores the role that utility companies can play in helping law enforcement identify and combat illegal activities in their communities.