The Far North Organised Crime Unit have made multiple arrests as part of an
operation targeting the sale and supply of methamphetamine in the region.
Today, three search warrants were executed across the Mangōnui and Lake Ohia
areas.
Detective Sergeant Chris Fouhy says Police have so far made four arrests as
part of the investigation.
Those arrested are two women, aged 26 and 45, and two men, aged 32 and 45.
All four are due to appear in the Kaitaia District Court tomorrow facing
numerous Class A drug dealing offences, including offering to supply
methamphetamine.
“Today’s arrests are part of an ongoing effort by Northland Police to
target and disrupt criminal groups attempting to distribute and profit off of
drug distribution,” says Detective Sergeant Fouhy.
“Our district has some of the highest drug use per capita wastewater
readings and methamphetamine is one of the major drivers of crime, harming so
many communities along the way.
“Given our investigations are continuing we cannot rule out further arrests
being made.”