Tag: cannabis
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Rotorua Police Seize Illegal Rifle, Knife, Ammunition, and Drugs in Early Morning Stop
Rotorua police stopped a vehicle with false plates, leading to the discovery of a hunting rifle, ammunition, a knife, and cannabis. Two men, aged 23 and 20, face firearms charges and will appear in court on June 4.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues RotoruaNew Zealand PoliceFirearmsCannabisVehicle StopBay of PlentyCourt
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Electrician's Tip Leads to Major Cannabis Bust in Ōtāhuhu
An electrician's sharp senses led police to a large commercial cannabis grow house in Ōtāhuhu, where approximately 360 plants were discovered and destroyed. Police commend the public for reporting suspicious activity.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues ŌtāhuhucannabisPolicegrow houseelectricianQueen StreetCrimeNew Zealand Police
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Hamilton Police Charge Man After 125 Packages of Synthetic Drugs Seized
Hamilton Police charged a 58-year-old man after seizing 125 packages of synthetic drugs, valued at $2,500, along with cannabis, cash, and ammunition during a recent warrant. Police are committed to disrupting harmful drug supply.
Law EnforcementHealthLegalSocial Issues Hamilton PoliceSynthetic drugsDrug seizureCannabisCrimeNew Zealand Police
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Waitematā Police Seize 41 Cannabis Plants, Arrest Four in Glendene
Waitematā Police arrested four men and seized 41 cannabis plants after officers detected a strong smell from a vehicle in Glendene. The significant drug bust disrupted an illicit operation, with charges including possession for supply and driving while disqualified.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial IssuesTransportation Waitematā PoliceCannabisDrug SeizureGlendeneSunnyvaleArrestsWaitākere District CourtNew Zealand Police
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Fleeing Driver Faces Drug and Dangerous Driving Charges After High-Speed Auckland Incident
A 21-year-old man faces charges after a high-speed flight from Auckland police, reaching 200kmph. He was apprehended after road spikes were deployed, and cannabis was found in his vehicle.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial IssuesTransportation AucklandNew Zealand PoliceFleeing DriverDangerous DrivingCannabisCourt CaseCrime
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Three Charged with Illegal Cannabis Distribution in Canterbury
Following an investigation in the Canterbury area, three individuals have been charged with the unlawful sale of cannabis. The group allegedly operated under a medicinal cannabis license.
Law EnforcementLegalHealthSocial Issues Canterburycannabisillegal distributionChristchurcharrestorganised crimeNew Zealand Police
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Five Arrested in Ōpōtiki Drug Operation
Five people are due to appear in court on multiple charges after police executed search warrants at Ōpōtiki addresses, seizing drugs and evidence of drug dealing.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Ōpōtikidrug dealingarrestssearch warrantscannabismethamphetamineCrimestoppersNew Zealand Police
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Auckland Police Dismantle Large Cannabis Operation, Seize Drugs and Cash
Auckland police have arrested a 26-year-old man and seized over 500kgs of cannabis, MDMA, and Ketamine after executing search warrants in West Auckland. The operation targeted criminals profiting from drug sales.
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Firearms Seized, Four Arrested in Whanganui Police Operation
Whanganui police executed a search warrant at a Puriri Street property, uncovering multiple hidden firearms and a cannabis growing operation, leading to the arrest of four individuals.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Whanganuifirearmsarrestssearch warrantCriminal Investigation BranchcannabiscrimeNew Zealand Police
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Auckland Police Dismantle 120 Cannabis Grow Houses, Seizing Millions from Organized Crime
Auckland police have shut down 120 cannabis grow houses, seizing over $58 million worth of cannabis and arresting 30 individuals, mainly Vietnamese nationals facing deportation, in a major operation targeting organized crime.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Aucklandcannabisorganized crimedrug enforcementarrestsproperty crimeWaitematāNew Zealand Police
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Hawke's Bay Police Seize Cannabis Plants, Two Arrested
Hawke's Bay Police discovered over 200 cannabis plants at a Hastings property, leading to the arrest of two men. The operation, estimated between $600,000 and $750,000, involved a leased commercial space.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Hawke's BayHastingsCannabisDrug BustOrchard RoadNew Zealand PoliceCrime
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Two Arrested, Firearms and Drugs Seized in West Coast Operation
Two men arrested in Hokitika after police find firearms, a cannabis grow room, and stolen property. Both are due in Greymouth District Court on September 3.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal West CoastHokitikafirearmscannabismethamphetaminearrestsGreymouth District CourtNew Zealand Police
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Man with Killer Beez Links Arrested After Foot Pursuit in Ōtara
A wanted man was apprehended in Ōtara after a foot pursuit. He now faces charges including carrying an imitation firearm, escaping custody, and cannabis possession, with a court appearance scheduled.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal ŌtaraKiller BeezManukau District CourtfirearmarrestcannabisNew Zealand Police
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Cannabis Grow Operation Shut Down in Greymouth
Police in Greymouth seized over 100 cannabis plants, a firearm, and ammunition, leading to charges against a 41-year-old man. The operation underscores ongoing efforts to combat drug-related crime.
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Campervan Drug Operation Leads to Arrest in Invercargill
A 51-year-old man was arrested in Invercargill after police found methamphetamine and other drugs in a campervan. The man faces multiple charges and is due in court on August 21.
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Wairarapa Police Target Illegal Hunting
Masterton Police are cracking down on unlawful hunting in the Wairarapa, with arrests made and court appearances scheduled for multiple individuals. Police urge the public to report suspicious activity.
Law EnforcementLegal WairarapaMastertonPoliceUnlawful HuntingFirearmsCannabisNew Zealand Police
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Cannabis Operation Busted in Ashburton, One Arrested
Acting on a tip-off, police in Ashburton discovered a large cannabis growing operation, seizing drugs and cash. A 54-year-old man has been charged and will appear in court.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal AshburtonCannabisCrimestoppersDrug TradeNew Zealand PoliceArrestCultivation
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Southland Police Seize Drugs and Firearm in Operation Strata
Southland Police's Operation Strata continues to target drug dealers, leading to the arrest of a 40-year-old woman and the seizure of drugs and a shotgun in Invercargill.
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Second Arrest in Rotorua Fatal Hit-and-Run Case
A 55-year-old man has been arrested in Rotorua as an accessory after the fact to manslaughter, following a fatal hit-and-run on June 15th. The arrest occurred after a search warrant revealed additional offences.
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Man Arrested After Shotgun, Cannabis Found During Traffic Stop
Auckland police arrest a 34-year-old man after finding an unloaded military-style shotgun and cannabis in his car during a traffic stop on Penrose Road. He faces firearm and cannabis charges.
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Media Monitor: The Guardian on US energy department cuts, Ardern, cannabis
The Guardian reports on concerns from U.S. Energy Department employees, an exclusive interview with Jacinda Ardern, and a possible rethink on cannabis laws in London.
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West Coast Police Target Organised Crime with Search Warrants
Police executed 10 search warrants in Westport and Greymouth, uncovering drugs, a hit-and-run vehicle, and an illegal bar. Several individuals face charges related to drug possession, firearms, and unlicensed bar operation.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentSocial Issues West CoastWestportGreymouthOrganised CrimeSearch WarrantsCannabisFirearmNZ Police
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Driver Stopped for Cellphone Use Uncovers Cannabis and Cash
A driver stopped in Waiuku for using a cellphone ended up facing much more serious charges after police found cannabis, cash and a knife in his car.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal WaiukuCounties Manukau SouthPukekohe District CourtCannabisDrug BustKent StreetCrimeNZ Police
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Drug Operations Shut Down in Kumeū, Auckland
New Zealand police have uprooted several illicit drug operations in Kumeū, Northwest Auckland, seizing nearly 400 kilograms of cannabis and arresting three individuals.
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East Auckland Traffic Stop Nets Cannabis Haul
During a routine breath test stop in East Auckland, police discovered over 4kg of cannabis in zip lock bags. The driver faces charges for drug possession and driving under the influence.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal East AucklandCannabisDrug SeizureDawson RoadManukau District CourtRakana CookCrimeNZ Police
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More Arrests Made in Eastern District Gang Conflict
Two more people have been arrested in the Eastern District under the Gang Conflict warrant, which has been invoked 13 times in 24 hours. One man was charged with displaying gang insignia.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Gang ConflictEastern Districtarrestgang insigniacannabisWairoaNew Zealand Police