Constables Hamish Fraser and Greg Radovanovich, of Balclutha police, with the cannabis haul from Kaitangata.

South Otago police have seized cannabis with a street value of about $13,500 from Kaitangata.

Senior Sergeant Cynthia Fairley said police executed two drug warrants in the south Otago town last week with the assistance of Balclutha and Dunedin staff.



As a result, police uplifted about 32 ounces of cannabis head material in plastic bags with a minimum street value of $13,500.



Police also located a cannabis growing facility, she said.

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Two local men were assisting the police in this matter and charges were likely.



"It is always a good day when we get drugs out of the local distribution ring."



Police encourage members of the public to contact police with any information about a person growing, selling or distributing drugs.



"It's a way to help us keep our local communities safer," Fairley said.



People can 0800crimestoppers (0800 555 111).