Police in Australia have dealt a major blow to organized drug crime. In a week-long operation, security forces arrested nearly 1,000 suspects and seized 1.2 tons of drugs. More than 400 raids were carried out across the country and drugs worth a total of 475 million Australian dollars (286 million euros) were seized, authorities said on Tuesday.
This involved more than 800 kilos of methamphetamine and approximately 4,000 cannabis plants. Firearms, vehicles and various luxury goods were also seized. “While this is an incredible result, it also highlights the seemingly insatiable demand that exists in Australia for illicit substances,” said Victoria Police Commissioner Dan Ryan. “Drug trafficking affects us all – whether it is through associated crime in our local communities or in the form of traffic accidents, domestic violence, murders and shootings.”
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Researchers see success as a warning to other perpetrators
Australian authorities have some of the most advanced technology and resources in the world, says John Hutchison of Western Australia Police. The recent success should serve as a warning to anyone involved in drug trafficking and organized crime: “We will find you and bring you to justice.”
Source: Krone
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