Three men and three women have been arrested and now face a variety of drug and firearm related charges after Police executed search warrants in Hawke’s Bay.
The search warrants, carried out in Napier and Hastings today, were the culmination of Eastern District Organised Crime Unit’s Operation Chrome, which targets drug dealers in the region.
Firearms, large quantities of cash and methamphetamine, LSD, cannabis and equipment used to manufacture methamphetamine were seized.
Detective Inspector Mike Foster says the operation has been extremely successful.
“We are completely committed to exposing and apprehending those who choose to deal harmful drugs.”
“The physical and social carnage that many of these drugs cause to our communities, especially methamphetamine, is unacceptable and we are committed to lessening that harm and holding those responsible to account.”
Police are always keen to speak with members of our communities who may wish to confidentially pass on information relating to the dealing of unlawful drugs and can call us on (06) 831 0700.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Issued by Police Media Centre.