More than a tonne of cannabis seized in Gravesend van stop and London search
Kent Police stopped a van in Gravesend on 13 November 2024 and found about 500 kg of cannabis, then seized about 800 kg more at a Herne Hill property the same day. Two men were charged with possession with intent to supply; the haul of about 1.3 tonnes was valued at over £1 million.
Officers stopped a Ford Transit van in Gravesend on 13 November 2024 after a report of
suspicious activity and found an estimated 500 kg of packed cannabis inside.[1]
Two men were arrested at the scene, and inquiries the same day led detectives to search a
property in Herne Hill in south-east London.[1]About 800 kg more cannabis was seized there,
taking the total over one tonne, about 1,300 kg, with a street value estimated above
£1 million.[1]
Charged and remanded
Police said both men were charged with possession of cannabis with intent to supply.[1]They were remanded in custody and due to appear at Maidstone Crown Court on a date to be
arranged.[1]
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Seized bags of cannabis piled in a room after the Gravesend and Herne Hill searchesPhoto details
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