Major Cannabis Farm Uncovered in Costa Blanca Property as Police Arrest Two

 

Polop de la Marina  3 April 2026

 

A large-scale indoor cannabis plantation has been dismantled in Polop de la Marina following a joint operation by the Spanish National Police and local officers.

 

The raid, carried out at a detached residential property, led to the arrest of two men aged 29 and 45 on suspicion of drug trafficking and electricity fraud.

 

Significant Drug Seizure

During the search, officers uncovered a fully equipped indoor growing operation and seized:

• 39 kilograms of marijuana buds
• 11 kilograms of hashish
• 526 cannabis plants
• Around 200 litres of acetone, believed to be used in drug processing
• A complete cultivation infrastructure including lighting, ventilation and irrigation systems
• A vehicle linked to the operation

 

Investigators described the setup as highly organised, with the suspects allegedly responsible for the cultivation, maintenance and distribution logistics of the drugs.

 

Neighbour Complaints Trigger Investigation

The operation began after residents raised concerns about a strong and persistent smell of cannabis coming from the property. Acting on these reports, officers from the judicial police unit based in nearby Benidorm carried out surveillance, confirming suspicious activity at the address.

Police say this highlights the continued importance of public cooperation in identifying illegal drug operations.

 

Electricity Fraud and Safety Risks

Authorities also confirmed that the property had been connected illegally to the electricity grid. Such setups are commonly used to power high-intensity grow operations, which require constant lighting, ventilation and temperature control.

Police warn that illegal connections not only constitute fraud but also pose serious fire and safety risks to neighbouring properties.

 

Part of a Wider Crackdown

The case reflects a broader trend across Spain’s Mediterranean coast, where law enforcement agencies have intensified efforts to dismantle industrial-scale cannabis farms, often located in residential homes or rural villas.

 

The suspects have been placed before a court in Villajoyosa, and further investigations remain ongoing.

 

A spokesperson for the National Police reiterated that reports from the public remain a key tool in tackling organised drug production networks.