Tag: drug_bust
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Police Seize 150 Cannabis Plants in Ngāruawāhia Bust
New Zealand Police seized approximately 150 cannabis plants in Ngāruawāhia following a search warrant. The cultivation operation involved various police teams, with ongoing enquiries expected to lead to arrests soon.
Law EnforcementAustralasiaLegalSocial Issues Ngāruawāhiacannabisdrug bustNew Zealand PoliceWaikatocultivationillicit drugs
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Napier Meth Lab Bust Leads to Three Arrests, Drug and Firearm Seizures
New Zealand Police arrested three men in Napier after discovering a clandestine methamphetamine lab. The operation seized meth, cannabis, and firearms, with the suspects facing multiple charges in court tomorrow.
Law EnforcementBusinessLegalSocial IssuesEconomy NapierMethamphetamineFirearmsDrug BustNew Zealand PoliceOrganized CrimeArrests
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Auckland Police Dismantle Major Cannabis Operation in Citywide Raids
Auckland Police's 'Operation Green' targeted organized crime, seizing 486 cannabis plants and equipment across four properties. The operation aims to disrupt criminal funding, with police encouraging public information.
Law EnforcementBusinessLegalSocial IssuesEconomy Auckland PoliceOperation Greencannabisorganized crimesearch warrantsdrug bustNew Zealand Police
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Police Operation Shuts Down Auckland Methamphetamine Ring
New Zealand Police's Operation Haste has dismantled an offshore criminal cell in Auckland, leading to 11 arrests and the seizure of 10kg of methamphetamine and $200,000 cash. The group, comprising Chinese and Taiwanese nationals, allegedly manufactured and supplied illicit drugs.
Law EnforcementBusinessLegalSocial IssuesEconomy New Zealand PoliceAucklandMethamphetamineOperation HasteOrganised CrimeArrestsDrug Bust
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Te Atatū Police Bust Suspected Cannabis Grow House, Three Charged
New Zealand Police arrested three men in Te Atatū after a late-night bust of a suspected cannabis grow house. Officers found cultivation equipment and individuals hiding, leading to charges for drug offenses.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues Te AtatūNew Zealand PoliceCannabis CultivationDrug BustWaitematā CIBWaitākere District Court
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Meth Flee Terminated in Terminus Street
A 38-year-old man was arrested in Te Aroha after a police pursuit on Terminus Street. Officers recovered 8.5 grams of methamphetamine, and the man faces charges including possession for supply and escaping custody.
Law EnforcementLegalSocial Issues MethamphetaminePolice pursuitTe ArohaArrestDrug bustEscaping custodyHamilton District CourtNew Zealand Police
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Five Arrested in Waikato Drug Bust Targeting Methamphetamine Supply
Waikato East Police executed search warrants in Matamata, Te Aroha, and Whangamatā, arresting five individuals on drug-related charges, including methamphetamine supply and operating a clandestine lab. The operation aims to disrupt local drug networks.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Waikato East PoliceMatamataTe ArohaWhangamatāMethamphetamineDrug BustPaeroaNew Zealand Police
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Operation Mist Nets Three Arrests in Invercargill Drug Bust
Following an intensive investigation, three individuals have been arrested and charged with drug-related offenses in Invercargill as part of Operation Mist, aimed at disrupting the supply of illicit drugs.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesLegal Operation MistInvercargillSouthlandDrug BustMethamphetamineArrestsCrime StoppersNew 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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Media Monitor: RNZ Reports Death of Māori MP, Drug Bust, Museum Closure
RNZ reports the death of Māori MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp, a $24 million drug bust at Auckland Airport, potential museum closures until 2029, and condemnation of referee abuse in rugby.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldSportGeneral PoliticsTradeLaw EnforcementLegal Takutai Tarsh KempTe Pāti MāoriAuckland AirportDrug BustAuckland War Memorial MuseumNew Zealand RugbyReferee AbuseRNZ News
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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