Tag: drug_importation

Police and Customs to Update on Operation Matata

28 Nov 2025 10:19 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

A joint media stand-up will provide updates on Operation Matata, focusing on drug importation through unattended baggage on international flights.

Law Enforcement Politics and Government Social Issues Transportation Operation Matata Police Customs Drug Importation Auckland International Flights New Zealand Police
Auckland Properties Worth $36 Million Restrained in Meth Investigation

15 Oct 2025 10:07 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

Following a two-year investigation, police have restrained four Auckland properties valued at $36 million, linked to the Honey Bear methamphetamine case and the death of Aiden Sagala.

Law Enforcement Legal Social Issues Auckland Criminal Proceeds (Recovery) Act 2009 Operation Lavender methamphetamine drug importation Financial Crime property New Zealand Police