Man charged after Taskforce Nemesis warrant nets drugs and cash
On Tuesday (11 December 2018) ACT Policing’s Criminal Investigations Detectives executed a search warrant on an Isabella Plains residence.
During the search police located and seized approximately 130 grams of crystal methamphetamine. Police also seized more than $20,000 which is believed to be the proceeds of selling methamphetamine.
A 51-year-old Isabella Plains man was arrested and taken to the watch house where he was charged with trafficking in a controlled drug other than cannabis.
ACT Policing Crime Manager, Detective Station Sergeant Harry Hains said this significant, targeted seizure continued ACT Policing’s efforts to disrupt the illegal activities of drug dealers.
“130 grams of methamphetamine equates to 1300 deals. Sold at about $40 for a deal this equates to $52,000 of criminal profit. Criminals who sell illicit drugs like methamphetamine trade on the misery of others for their own financial benefit,” Detective Station Sergeant Hains said.
“Ice is an evil drug and costs the Australian community billions of dollars per year. I can guarantee you the dealers aren’t paying taxes to help fix their damage.
“We welcome information from the public about dealers. Information can be provided to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via their website.”
The man will appear in the ACT Magistrates Court today (12 December 2018).
Anyone with information regarding illegal drugs should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Information can be provided anonymously.
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