Central Saanich Police have 2 people in custody after finding an illegal pot grow operation inside a home on Bella Vista Drive.
Using a search warrant, officers -- aided by Greater Victoria Emergency Response Team -- seized nearly 500 marijuana plants Wednesday.
A man and woman found in the home were taken into custody without incident.
Deputy Chief Derren Lench says police received a tip about a possible illegal grow-op, and acted quickly to ensure public safety.
Several drug related charges are being recommended by police.