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Dad uses boy's bedroom to grow pot
Posted: 08.15.2012 at 10:57 PM
Teresa Snow

Teresa Snow is the evening news anchor and health reporter.

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Columbia police arrested man for allegedly turning his son's bedroom into a marijuana growing operation.

Authorities arrested Danny Hunt at his home in the 5700 block of Canaveral Drive.

Hunt faces several drug charges including distribution, delivery, manufacturing and producing a controlled substance.

Investigators made the arrest after receiving an anonymous tip about child abuse and neglect.

Authorities say Hunt admitted he moved his 12-year-old son into his garage so he could grow marijuana.

Hunt posted bond.

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