20K marijuana plants seized, 24 arrested in raids of illegal East Bay cannabis operations
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20K marijuana plants seized, 24 arrested in raids of illegal East Bay cannabis operations
""Some of these bigger operations they are using PGR's and recycled water. Some of them are stuffing too many lights in a room and there is mold and mildew on the weed and it's a, for the consumer it's actually bad for their health.""
""They should have to follow the same regulations that we do, you know? There shouldn't be any shortcuts, and People's health is at risk here.""
California authorities conducted raids on illegal cannabis operations in Hayward, seizing 20,133 plants and detaining 24 individuals. The operation, led by the Department of Fish and Wildlife, targeted three industrial warehouses. Illegal pesticides were found at all sites. This raid is the second major bust in Hayward within six months, following significant enforcement in Alameda County. In 2025, authorities destroyed 81,377 pounds of illegal cannabis, with a street value of $134 million, highlighting ongoing issues in the illegal cannabis market.
Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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