Cannabis farm found in Wigan borough flat after 12 dogs die in fire
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A blaze broke out in a flat above a shop on Chapel Street, Leigh, just after 9am on Sunday and emergency services rushed there.
No-one was inside at the time, but firefighters found several dogs had died in the flat. While it was first thought to be two adults and eight puppies, police have now said there were 10 puppies.
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A fire investigation established the blaze was electrical and had started accidentally.
Police have now revealed a small cannabis farm was found in the flat.
A spokesman for Greater Manchester Police said: “Sadly, 12 dogs, including 10 puppies, died as a result of the fire and efforts are ongoing to find the owner.
“A small cannabis farm was found in the flat. Enquiries are ongoing and no arrests have been made.”