A drugs raid in Gidea Park earlier this year has led to a man being jailed after a cannabis farm was uncovered in a loft.

The operation took place in January when Havering Safer Neighbourhood officers, acting on intelligence, carried out a warrant at a residential property on Station Road.

Upon entering the property, officers detained all occupants inside and conducted a thorough search.

They discovered a substantial cannabis farm in the loft space, along with drug production equipment, large sums of cash, and multiple bags of cocaine.

Edmir Luka, 39, of Station Road, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison following the raid.

The raid was initiated after police received reports from the public about suspicious activity, leading them to believe the address housed a cannabis factory.

Havering police are encouraging the public to remain vigilant and report any information on drug activity anonymously through Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.

Acting Chief Inspector Charlie Routley said: "‘Cannabis factory’s in residential premises, such as this one, pose a real risk to the public.

“More often than not the electrics are dangerously bypassed or overloaded which can lead to increased risks of fire.

“My officers have not only removed this danger but also recovered a large quantity of drugs which were destined to be supplied on the streets of Havering.

“We are working hard to disrupt organised crime groups in Havering and this is a prime example of our efforts deal with drugs supply and the associated anti social behaviour and other crimes linked to drugs.

“We are committed to making Havering a safer place to live, work and visit.’"