Sunderland Allotments Raided After Tip-Off They Were Used for Criminal Activity

Allotment tenants evicted after cannabis, machetes, animals and stolen vans found

Cannabis cultivation equipment, suspected stolen vehicles, firearms and other illicit items were seized during a multi‑agency operation at a Pallion allotment site.

Sunderland allotments raided after tip-off they were used for criminal activity

Animal welfare officers from the RSPCA seized two rabbits, one of which required urgent care, and made arrangements to remove ducks and cockerels after securing the necessary orders

Machetes, firearms and drugs seized in Sunderland allotment raid

Ten allotment holders in Sunderland are being evicted after machetes and firearms were among the discoveries during a raid.