Actor Jamie Waylett played "Vincent Crabbe" in the Harry Potter film series. In April 2009, Waylett, age 19, was arrested in London for growing marijuana in his home.
Waylett was stopped by police who discovered eight bags of marijuana in his Audi. Officers then raided the home he shares with his mother and siblings. Ten marijuana plants, estimated to be valued at approximately $2,900, were seized from the home. Waylett was arrested on suspicion of producing a Class B drug.
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Upon being stopped by officers in London due to suspicious behavior, eight bags of marijuana were found in Waylett's vehicle. A search was then performed of his home where it was discovered that the 19 year old was growing marijuana plants. Waylett was arrested for "suspicion of production of a class B drug." His mother, who also lives in the home, was said to have been "shocked" at the find. Waylett was released on bail.Fox News: Cops Find Pot Farm in Bedroom... (April 8, 2009) The Sun: Harry Pothead (April 8, 2009)
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Portrayed the role of Vincent Crabbe in the Harry Potter films
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Chinese cuisine
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Hit by a car at the age of 9, given very little chance of surviving
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Arrested in early April of 2009 for possession of marijuana
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Was believed to have been growing the marijuana in his home
