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Police Find Cannabis Farm After Major Fire at Balsall Common Pub

West Midlands Police say plants were found across multiple rooms at The Railway Inn following the blaze.

Overview

  • The fire broke out at The Railway Inn on Station Road shortly before 8pm on Friday, January 16.
  • Firefighters from Canley, Binley and Solihull tackled flames and heavy smoke that were captured on video.
  • West Midlands Fire Service had indicated a possible cannabis operation and discovered the electricity supply had been illegally bypassed.
  • Police cordoned the site and the pub remained closed on Saturday morning, with no injuries reported.
  • Officers are liaising with fire investigators to determine the cause and have appealed for information from the public.