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  • $500,000 marijuana grow with mold infestation busted in Calaveras County

    $500,000 marijuana grow with mold infestation busted in Calaveras County

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    (FOX40.COM) — A Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office search warrant led to the discovery of an illegal marijuana grow operation and mold infestation in a residential home.

    On Friday, the sheriff’s office executed a search in the 200 block of Bright Star Road in Valley Springs that resulted in the eradication of 535 marijuana plants from a residential property.

    Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant on April 26, 2024, that led to the discovery of an illegal marijuana grow operation with a mold infestation./Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office

    During the search, officers said an extensive marijuana grow operation spanned from the house to the garage of the property. The eradicated plants have an estimated street value of up to $535,000, according to CCSO.

    In addition, authorities reported “excessive amounts of mold throughout the premises, posing significant health risks to occupants.” They also noted “severe electrical hazards and exposed high-voltage wiring” at the scene.

    Deputies said the marijuana operation is still under investigation.

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  • Modesto firefighter injured in fire at house used for marijuana grow operation

    Modesto firefighter injured in fire at house used for marijuana grow operation

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    (FOX40.COM) — A Modesto firefighter was injured while battling a fire inside a house that was used for a marijuana grow operation.

    On Saturday morning, Modesto Fire Department said it responded to a house fire near Prescott Road and Bangs Avenue. Upon arrival, firefighters found a two-story 3,400 square feet house with fire throughout the attic and roof.

    Crews said they initially operated in the “offensive mode, but had to pull out of the building when the roof collapsed,” but were eventually able to fully extinguish the fire.

    While working to put out the fire, firefighters said they discovered that the house was being used as a marijuana grow location and that the cause fire is under investigation. One firefighter suffered a minor injury and was treated after the incident.

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    Veronica Catlin

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