Police Organised Crime Detectives from Marlborough and Canterbury have arrested two people after executing search warrants in relation to the sale and supply of methamphetamine.
Detective Sergeant Dean Schroder from the Tasman Organised Crime Unit said the search warrants were undertaken at properties in Riverlands near Blenheim and Belfast in Christchurch.
“We had the Armed Offenders Squad supporting us in the execution of the search warrants, with staff coming in from both Marlborough and Canterbury Police districts,” said Detective Sergeant Schroder.
Police located packaged methamphetamine, cash, and utensils for consuming the class A drug.
Two men, aged 34 and 57, have been jointly charged with conspiracy to supply and supplying methamphetamine.
The 34-year-old was already on bail for methamphetamine charges and now faces new charges including possession of methamphetamine for supply, possession of an offensive weapon, possession of cannabis and possession of equipment for consuming methamphetamine and cannabis.
The 57-year-old will be appearing in Christchurch District Court today, with the 34-year-old remaining in Police custody to appear in the Blenheim District Court tomorrow.
“The investigation was a success and we’re pleased with the dedication and commitment of the staff involved in Marlborough and Canterbury for holding the men to account.
“We’ll continue to investigate drug supply and distribution in the South Island and will work to track down other offenders.
“If you have information on how drugs are made and distributed in Marlborough and Canterbury, you’re urged to contact Police.
“Call 111 if it’s happening now, or 105 if it’s after the fact. You can also provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111,” said Schroder.
Police are not ruling out further charges and enquiries are ongoing in relation to the investigation.
