Police uncover illegal marijuana grow operation at Pittsburg home
Police bust Pittsburg illegal marijuana grow house
An investigation is underway in Pittsburg after police uncovered an illegal marijuana grow house.
PITTSBURG, Calif. - Authorities uncovered an illegal marijuana grow operation at a Pittsburg home early Saturday after receiving a report of suspicious activity.
Officers respond to report
Officers responded at 6:13 a.m. to the area of Alves Ranch Road and Kapalua Bay Circle, authorities said.
Evidence found inside home
What we know:
When officers arrived, they found a nearby residence with a broken glass door. No one was inside the home.
During a search, officers discovered evidence of an illegal marijuana grow operation, along with substances related to the activity.
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Hazmat teams were called to assist in the investigation.
Authorities said the substances were removed from the home.
Investigation ongoing
What's next:
Police have not released information about who lives at the home or whether any arrests have been made or are forthcoming.
The investigation remains active.
The Source: Pittsburg Police Department