Illegal Grow Operation Busted in Clearlake

Clearlake Police, Code Enforcement Officers, Lakeport Police, and Lake County DA’s office last week served search warrants on a suspected illegal grow operation at homes on Emile Avenue and Lenore Avenue in Clearlake. Over 1900 marijuana plants, as well as processed marijuana, firearms, ammunition, and illegal cannabis vape pens were seized. Eight were arrested connected to the illegal grow operation with additional charges. A ninth person had charges referred to the DA’s office.