Police found a “large quantity” of cannabis in Bute Park during the first week of the school holidays. Officers recovered the drug earlier in the week beginning Monday, July 22.
It was discovered by the Cardiff Central neighbourhood policing team and has been sent to be destroyed. For the latest Cardiff news, sign up to our newsletter here.
South Wales Police said the discovery was “far from harmless,” having been found in a busy park which is popular with families and children. The force said in a statement on Facebook: “While some may see cannabis as a harmless drug, it’s production is often linked to other criminality, organised crime gangs and exploitation.
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“On this occasion it was left in a busy park, popular with families and children, during the school holidays – far from harmless. We are committed to tackling drug supply in south Wales, and bringing those responsible to justice.
“If you have any information which could assist us, we urge you to report it. If you don’t want to talk to the police, Crimestoppers can be contacted 100% anonymously.
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