Large Fire Leads MCSO to Cannabis Property in the Permit Process, Which, However, Was Not in Compliance, Says MCSO Redheaded Blackbelt

During the search warrant there were 3,411 growing cannabis plants located and eradicated. Five (5) individuals were detained on the property, who were determined by investigators to be recruited from Sonoma County by the property owner. During the service of the search warrant, the property owner arrived on scene. Agents from the Mendocino Major Crimes Task Force, additional Sheriffs Office personnel and members of the Department of Fish and Wildlife assisted in the search warrant service. Once the investigative reports are completed, the reports will be forwarded to the Mendocino County District Attorneys Office for potential criminal charging.