Police are conducting an investigation after a suspected cannabis factory was discovered in Lowestoft.

Officers were called at approximately 8:45am yesterday, Tuesday, March 15, to reports of a suspected burglary at a premises on Marina, after a member of public reported the front door or a building had been damaged.

On entry to the property, a large quantity of plants were located alongside associated electrical paraphernalia.

Police remain on the scene as enquiries continue.

Eastern Daily Press: Police confirmed Forensic Services have been at the scene since Tuesday morning.Police confirmed Forensic Services have been at the scene since Tuesday morning. (Image: Mick Howes)

An eyewitness at the scene said: "Police have been here since yesterday and bailiffs were at the scene as well.

"A black van was at the scene yesterday and three forensic police vans remain there today.

"The material bagged up outside looks like the ventilation for cannabis."

The scene of the crime is centred on Seaview House which is the former premises of Scotts Gallery and Cafe.

Eastern Daily Press: Seaview House on Marina in Lowestoft is at the centre of the suspected crime.Seaview House on Marina in Lowestoft is at the centre of the suspected crime. (Image: Mick Howes)

Anyone with information, or who may have seen suspicious activity in the area, should contact Lowestoft Police quoting crime number 37/15600/22

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