Police have arrested four people and seized over $50,000 of methylamphetamine and a firearm as part of an investigation into drug trafficking in Bundalong and Yarrawonga.
Detectives from the Cobram Crime Investigation Unit and uniform members from Yarrawonga, Tungamah and Cobram executed four search warrants at properties in Bundalong and Yarrawonga this month.
On August 7, detectives with the assistance from Dog Squad executed a warrant at a Bundalong address.
Detectives located and seized a commercial quantity of methylamphetamine and a substantial amount of cash.
A 38-year-old man and 36-year-old woman, both from Bundalong, were charged with traffick commercial quantity of drug of dependence, possess drug of dependence, deal with proceeds of crime and handle stolen goods.
The woman was bailed while the man was remanded. Both will appear at Wangaratta Magistrates’ Court on November 7.
On August 13, detectives executed a search warrant at a Yarrawonga address where a small quantity of drugs and a phone were seized.
A 21-year-old Yarrawonga man was charged with traffick drug of dependence and possess drug of dependence. He was bailed to appear at Wangaratta Magistrates’ Court on November 7.
On the same day, detectives executed a search warrant at another Yarrawonga address where they seized a shotgun and a large quantity of vapes.
A 24-year-old Yarrawonga man was charged with prohibited person possession of firearm and possess schedule four poison.
On August 21, detectives executed a search warrant at a Yarrawonga address where a quantity of cannabis was seized. A 56-year-old Yarrawonga woman was issued with a caution.
Detective Sergeant Marcus Boyd of Cobram Crime Investigation Unit said community safety was officers’ top priority.
“Which is why we will continue to run these investigations to remove illicit drugs from our streets,” Det Sgt Boyd said.
“Drugs like those seized during this operation are not just illegal, they have the potential to destroy lives and fuel further crime.
“Our message for anyone involved in the illicit drug trade is clear — there is no safe haven for you in regional Victoria."
The investigation was assisted by information provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers.
Anyone with additional information can contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via www.crimestoppersvic.com.au/ or Cobram CIU on 5871 2866.