Tag: methamphetamine
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Man Arrested in Kaitaia for Displaying Gang Insignia
A 44-year-old man was arrested in Kaitaia after allegedly displaying gang insignia, leading to the discovery of drugs and ammunition. The incident occurred during proactive patrols on Monday night when officers stopped a vehicle on Allen Bell Drive. According to…
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Two Arrested in Drug and Firearm Operation
A police operation targeting drug and firearm dealing has led to the arrest of two men in coordinated raids in Feilding and Manurewa. The operation, named "Operation Skip", involved simultaneous house searches in the Manawatū and Auckland areas on Friday,…
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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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Operation Matata Exposes Drug Smuggling Syndicate at Auckland Airport
A joint Police-Customs investigation, named Operation Matata, has exposed a major transnational organised crime syndicate allegedly importing methamphetamine and cocaine into New Zealand. The syndicate is accused of smuggling Class A drugs through unattended baggage on international flights, primarily through…
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Ammunition and Drugs Seized After Kaitaia Arrest
A 49-year-old Kaitaia man is due to appear in court today on ammunition and drug charges after police responded to reports of a man with a firearm in the Pāmapūria area on Saturday. Police arrived at the address and saw…
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Northcote Vehicle Stop Uncovers Firearm, Ammunition, and Drugs
A routine vehicle stop in Northcote led to the discovery of a loaded sawn-off shotgun, ammunition, and methamphetamine, according to the New Zealand Police. At approximately 1:00 am, officers pulled over a BMW on Ocean View Road, resulting in a…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Says Meth Use Up, Crime Not; NZ First Rising in Polls
Media Monitor: RNZ is reporting that police data indicates a surge in methamphetamine use has not led to a significant increase in crime. Detective Superintendent Greg Williams expressed concern about potential crime and social harm. The Ministerial Advisory Group on…
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Porirua Launches Resilience to Organised Crime in Communities Programme
Porirua has officially launched the Resilience to Organised Crime in Communities (ROCC) work programme, a community-led initiative aimed at addressing the social factors that enable organised crime and support lasting change for families. The launch, held at Te Rauparaha Arena,…
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesLaw Enforcement PoriruaROCCorganised crimeCasey CostelloTe Rūnanga o Toa RangatiramethamphetaminecommunityNew Zealand Police
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Police Seize Vehicles and Cash in Gisborne Drug Operation
Gisborne Police, supported by the Hastings Police Asset Recovery Unit, have seized four motorbikes, two vehicles, and over $80,000 in cash following search warrants executed this week. The operation targeted properties believed to be obtained through illicit funds linked to…
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Auckland Airport Drug Smuggling Ring Busted: 18 Arrested
A joint investigation has led to the dismantling of a criminal syndicate allegedly smuggling class A drugs through Auckland Airport. Police and Customs executed nearly two dozen search warrants on Wednesday across Auckland as part of Operation Matata, resulting in…
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NZ Police and Customs Seize Millions in Meth and MDMA, Four Arrested
A joint operation between New Zealand Police and Customs has led to the disruption of a Wellington-based drug syndicate, resulting in the seizure of 23 kilograms of methamphetamine and over 1000 MDMA pills. The operation, dubbed "Operation Armani," identified a…
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Drugs and Firearm Seized in Waihi Police Warrants
Waikato Police seized methamphetamine, cannabis, a firearm, ammunition, and a homemade taser during search warrants in Waihi yesterday. The two search warrants were executed in the early hours of Wednesday morning, with the assistance of the Armed Offenders Squad and…
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Greazy Dogs MC Crippled by Police Operation: Arrests and Asset Seizures in Bay of Plenty
New Zealand Police have arrested several members and associates of the Greazy Dogs MC in the western Bay of Plenty, dealing a blow to methamphetamine manufacture and supply. A police operation this week led to the arrest of gang members…
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Firearm Recovered, Two Arrested in Manurewa Incident
Two people have been arrested in Manurewa following reports of a man trying to gain entry to a property while in possession of a firearm. Police were called to the Great South Road property at approximately 3.40pm on Tuesday. According…
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Gang Member Arrested in Paihia After Being Spotted on Camera
A sharp-eyed camera operator in Paihia alerted police to a man carrying a firearm, leading to his arrest. Police were notified around 2 a.m. after CCTV footage showed a male pulling what appeared to be a firearm from his pants,…
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Tasman Police Disrupt Methamphetamine Operation, Arrest Four
Four individuals have been apprehended, and both drugs and a firearm have been seized, following a disruption of a methamphetamine supply operation in the Tasman District. The operation was conducted by the Tasman District Police and the District Organised Crime…
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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Northland Meth Crisis, Untreated Wound Death
Radio New Zealand is reporting that organizations in Northland towns are struggling to meet the demand for meth addiction treatment. They said wastewater testing indicates methamphetamine use tripled in Northland last year, giving it the highest rate in New Zealand.…
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Gang Conflict Warrant Update: Napier Man Arrested
Police are maintaining a strong presence in the Eastern District as the Gang Conflict Warrant remains in effect. Detective Inspector Marty James stated that the police hope their visibility reassures the public, who "have a right to go about their…
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