LAS VEGAS -- Metro Police officers arrested a man and a woman Monday afternoon in connection with a marijuana grow operation in a Henderson neighborhood.
Michael Plunkett, 22, of Henderson, was arrested and charged with the unlawful possession of marijuana with the intent to sell, unlawful possession of a controlled substance and possession of a firearm by a prohibited person.
Brianna Lieder, 21, of Henderson, was arrested and charged with the unlawful possession of marijuana with the intent to sell and the unlawful possession of a controlled substance.
During the police search, detectives seized a firearm, 47 marijuana plants and about 45 pounds of marijuana ready for sale. Police estimated the street value at $600,000.
Anyone with information is urged to call Metro's Narcotics Section at 702-828-3461 or, to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 702-385-5555 or visit www.CrimeStoppersOfNV.com
Michael Plunkett
Brianna Lieder
