Drugs seized in Tuggeranong warrants

ACT Policing has seized drugs and other items following a series of warrants in Tuggeranong targeting the illegal cultivation of cannabis. 

Between 17 April and 3 May 2024, Tuggeranong Police Station members conducted warrants at residences in Theodore, Monash, Richardson, and Isabella Plains.  

As a result of these warrants, police seized more than 65 cannabis plants, 35-45 kilograms of cannabis crops (harvested/drying), 200 grams of dried cannabis, approximately five grams of cannabis seed, 20-30 heat lamps, and 10 clip seal bags containing a white substance believed to be illicit drugs.  

At this stage no arrests have been made, however investigations are continuing and charges are expected to be laid.  

Officer in Charge of Tuggeranong Police Station, Inspector Rod Anderson, said these results presented an opportunity to remind the community about the ACT laws regarding personal cannabis possession.  

“While possessing small amounts of cannabis, as well as having two plants in a residence for personal use, has been decriminalised, growing and harvesting amounts of this nature remains a serious criminal offence,” Inspector Anderson said.  

“ACT Policing will continue to target the manufacture, sale, and distribution of illicit drugs in our community. If you are engaging in this activity, expect police to be knocking on your door before too long.” 

If you have information regarding the manufacture or sale of drugs in the community, please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Information can be provided anonymously.  

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