Tag: cannabis
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Three Charged with Illegal Cannabis Distribution in Canterbury
Three people have been arrested and charged after an investigation into the illegal sale of cannabis in Canterbury. Police executed a search warrant in the Middle Christchurch area, revealing that a group, under the guise of a medicinal cannabis license,…
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Five Arrested in Ōpōtiki Drug Operation
Five people have been arrested and drugs seized in Ōpōtiki as police target drug dealing in the area. Four search warrants were carried out on Wednesday 15 September, at addresses believed to be involved in the sale or supply of…
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Auckland Police Dismantle Large Cannabis Operation, Seize Drugs and Cash
Auckland police have shut down a large-scale cannabis grow operation, seizing over 500kgs of cannabis during search warrants executed throughout Auckland City West on Thursday, 9 October. A 26-year-old man is facing charges. Police also located a significant amount of…
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Firearms Seized, Four Arrested in Whanganui Police Operation
Last week, Whanganui police teams executed a search warrant at a Puriri Street property, leading to the discovery of multiple hidden firearms and the arrest of four people. Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Carey Priest of the Whanganui Criminal Investigation Branch…
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Auckland Police Dismantle 120 Cannabis Grow Houses, Seizing Millions from Organized Crime
Auckland police have seized over $58 million from organized crime by dismantling 120 cannabis grow houses and destroying more than 10 tonnes of cannabis. The operation, conducted over a month, targeted properties in suburban and rural areas including Pōkeno, Pakuranga,…
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Hawke's Bay Police Seize Cannabis Plants, Two Arrested
Hawke’s Bay Police have charged two men after discovering more than 200 cannabis plants at a Hastings property. The plants, found at a leased commercial property in Orchard Road, Camberley, have an estimated street value of between $600,000 and $750,000.…
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Two Arrested, Firearms and Drugs Seized in West Coast Operation
Two men were arrested on the West Coast following the execution of two search warrants in the Hokitika area on Wednesday, August 27, at approximately 7:30 am. The operation led to the discovery of three firearms, a cannabis grow room,…
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Man with Killer Beez Links Arrested After Foot Pursuit in Ōtara
A 31-year-old man with links to the Killer Beez gang is facing multiple charges after a foot pursuit with Ōtara community police on Wednesday morning. The incident occurred after the man, who had a warrant out for his arrest, was…
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Cannabis Grow Operation Shut Down in Greymouth
A 41-year-old man is facing charges after police seized over 100 cannabis plants, a firearm, and ammunition in Greymouth. The warrant is part of Tasman Police’s effort to crack down on criminals profiting from drug sales. About 12:30pm on Monday,…
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Campervan Drug Operation Leads to Arrest in Invercargill
An Invercargill man, 51, has been arrested and charged after police discovered pre-packaged methamphetamine, LSD, cannabis, morphine, and drug paraphernalia inside a campervan. The arrest followed a complex investigation across the southern policing district. Police also seized a significant amount…
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Wairarapa Police Target Illegal Hunting
Masterton Police are cracking down on unlawful hunting in the Wairarapa region, with several individuals facing charges related to illegal poaching. A 50-year-old man is due to appear in the Masterton District Court on August 4, facing charges of unlawful…
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Cannabis Operation Busted in Ashburton, One Arrested
A 54-year-old man faces cannabis cultivation and supply charges after police discovered a large-scale operation in Ashburton. Acting on a tip-off to Crimestoppers, police executed a search warrant and uncovered 608 grams of cannabis, along with 51 packets prepared for…
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Southland Police Seize Drugs and Firearm in Operation Strata
Southland Police have continued their crackdown on drug operations as part of an ongoing investigation, executing a search warrant in Invercargill this week. The Southland Police Organised Crime Group visited an Invercargill woman on Tuesday, locating LSD, MDMA, cannabis, and…
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Second Arrest in Rotorua Fatal Hit-and-Run Case
A second arrest has been made in connection to a fatal hit-and-run crash in Rotorua on June 15th. A 55-year-old man was arrested at a Rotorua address following a search warrant. He is scheduled to appear in the Rotorua District…
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Man Arrested After Shotgun, Cannabis Found During Traffic Stop
Auckland police arrested a 34-year-old man after discovering an unloaded military-style shotgun and cannabis in his vehicle during a traffic stop early this morning. At approximately 3:20 a.m., officers patrolling near Penrose Road stopped the vehicle and detected a strong…
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Media Monitor: The Guardian on US energy department cuts, Ardern, cannabis
The Guardian is reporting that employees of the U.S. Energy Department are raising concerns that cuts and deregulation undermine the department’s ability to function and will cause cost hikes. It said one employee stated the Trump administration is “going to…
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West Coast Police Target Organised Crime with Search Warrants
West Coast Police executed 10 search warrants in Westport and Greymouth this week, targeting organised crime. The operation involved West Coast staff, the Te Waipounamu Gang Distribution Unit (GDU), and the Tasman District Organised Crime Unit (TDOCU). The warrants led…
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Driver Stopped for Cellphone Use Uncovers Cannabis and Cash
A routine traffic stop in Waiuku turned into a significant drug bust after an officer pulled over a 24-year-old man for using his cellphone while driving. The incident occurred on Kent Street, where the officer detected a strong smell of…
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Drug Operations Shut Down in Kumeū, Auckland
Police have dismantled several illegal drug operations in Kumeū, Northwest Auckland, seizing nearly 400 kilograms of cannabis and 40 grams of cocaine in the past week, resulting in three arrests. Waitematā North Area Commander, Inspector Mike Rickards, stated that local…
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East Auckland Traffic Stop Nets Cannabis Haul
A routine breath-testing operation in East Auckland led to a significant drug discovery. At approximately 6:30 p.m. last night, police officers stopped a driver at a checkpoint on Dawson Road for a standard breath test, uncovering a large quantity of…
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More Arrests Made in Eastern District Gang Conflict
Two more individuals have been apprehended in connection with the Gang Conflict warrant in the Eastern District. Detective Inspector Marty James, District Manager Criminal Investigations, confirmed that the warrant has been invoked 13 times in the last 24 hours. A…
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