TWO people have been sentenced after a cannabis farm was found in a Bradford property two years ago.

Brogan Channon and Paul Warden both received suspended sentences on Thursday for producing a controlled drug of Class B - cannabis.

Channon, 33, of Church Street, in Oakworth received 14 months behind bars, suspended for two years, as well as being ordered to complete unpaid work.

Warden, 56, of Market Street, Thornton was sentenced to 12 months in jail, suspended for two years, and also received unpaid work as a requirement of the order.

The Bradford West Neigbourhood Policing Team (NPT) went to an address in Market Street, Thornton - the same street that the Brontë sisters, Charlotte, Emily and Anne, and their brother, Branwell, were born - in July 2022.

This was in relation to community intelligence regarding a commercial property which was suspected of producing cannabis.

The cannabis seized from inside the property had been estimated to be more than 7kg and valued in excess of £70,000.

As a result of the subsequent investigation, two people were arrested and later charged to court with the offence of production of cannabis.

PS Imeson of Bradford district said: “I welcome the sentences handed to the two individuals.

"The cultivation of cannabis affects communities across Bradford and it is only with the continued support of the public that we can continue to locate and prosecute those that seek profit from them.

“The drugs seized were destined for use on the streets and the dangerous practice of converting houses to cannabis farms exposes neighbouring properties to a potential risk of fire and damage.”

Inspector Andrew Milner from the Bradford West NPT said: “Community intelligence is vital in our response to criminality.

"It sends a strong message that we listen to our communities and build trust to report their concerns to us.

“No one should profit from crime.

"Anyone who has any information about criminality but would rather not speak to my team, they can report anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or through their anonymous online form."