POLICE have been flooded with offers to take on the care of a puppy found when officers raided a drugs farm.

After being tipped off about its location, Essex Police visited the site in Basildon.

During the operation officers discovered a cannabis cultivation and shortly after, a male trying to hide from officers in the garden.

The cannabis farm found in Basildon.

The man was promptly arrested and dealt with in custody for the relevant offences.

Police also came across a puppy at the address.

An officer said: "He unfortunately does not have an owner so has been given a lovely temporary home for the time being.

"He is being very well looked after and is hoping to have a permanent home soon!"

A picture of the pup was posted on social media and attracted a large number of people who said they would be delighted to give it a new home.