NEW: Massive FBI Pot Raid Takes Thousands of Plants in Rhode Island
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NEW: Massive FBI Pot Raid Takes Thousands of Plants in Rhode Island
Updated 4:15 PM
"There are two individuals being brought into court this afternoon, at which time I anticipate at least some of the documents will be unsealed," said Jim Martin with the U.S. Attorney's Office, nothing that they would appear in federal court. "We still have to determine the numbers."
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"This is very much an ongoing investigation," said Martin, nothing that there was a third individual due to be charged by the state.
Information Forthcoming
On Wednesday, the FBI and U.S. Attorney's office had confirmed there was an ongoing investigation stemming from the early morning raid, but would provide no further information.
FBI Boston office media specialist Kristen Setera confirmed that the FBI was "conducting court authorized activity" in Providence along with other law enforcement agencies, and referred all comment to Jim Martin at the U.S. Attorney's office.
"I can't say anymore than that, but yes, there is a law enforcement authorized investigation," said Martin on Wednesday, noting that involved the FBI and DEA.
When asked when the U.S. Attorney's office would release any information, Martin said,' That is dependent upon the results of the investigation and whether or not the investigation finds anything."
Editor's Note: A previous version had reports saying there were over 7,000 plants taken; the U.S. Attorney's office said Thursday afternoon that number was closer to 1500.
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