Teenager denies involvement in huge cannabis farm found in Harrogate
and live on Freeview channel 276
Manh Nguyen, 18, of no fixed address, appeared at York Crown Court today (September 5) when his case was adjourned for a trial in January next year.
Mr Nguyen was arrested after police raided a property in West Lea Avenue, in the Harlow Hill area, in August.
Advertisement
Hide AdAdvertisement
Hide AdIt’s understood that during a search of the property, they found about 500 cannabis plants and other items linked to drug production.
Mr Nguyen was charged with being concerned in the production of a Class B drug but denied the allegation when he appeared in court via video link today, aided by a Vietnamese interpreter.
Judge Simon Hickey adjourned the case for a trial starting on January 25 next year.
A further case-management hearing will be heard on November 11 this year.
Mr Nguyen was remanded in custody until that date.