Police extradite man from Queensland after $32 million methylamphetamine haul
400kg of methylamphetamine was found after raids, and the 24-year-old was charged.
A man has been extradited from Queensland to face drug charges after police seized a haul of methylamphetamine worth an estimated $32 million.
NSW Police said detectives from the Organised Crime Squad extradited and charged a man following the discovery of 400kg of methylamphetamine.
Strike Force Golporta was set up to investigate alleged activities of an onshore facilitator, believed to be coordinating operations linked to an offshore syndicate involved in a current organised crime network conflict.
In April, strike force detectives, with help from the Tactical Operations Unit, executed a search warrant at Emu Plains. Police found 39 large buckets and 140 boxes filled with foam and miscellaneous packaging, which investigators said were consistent with a drug extraction process.
Specialist teams from the Drug and Firearms Squad Chemical Operations Unit, the Technical Forensic Support Unit and Fire and Rescue NSW processed the scene. NSW Police said each bucket contained about 10kg of methylamphetamine, totalling 390kg, with an estimated potential street value of $32 million.
After further inquiries, on 7 October, strike force detectives, with Queensland Police Service officers, stopped a vehicle in Ipswich. A 24-year-old man was arrested and taken to Ipswich Police Station, where organisers sought his extradition to NSW. The next day, he was taken to Tweed Heads Police Station and charged with supply prohibited drug greater than large commercial quantity and participate criminal group contribute criminal activity.
NSW Police said 12 people have been charged overall and the matters remain before the courts.
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Source:
Inside State Government