Police have expressed disappointment over the large number of drug arrests at a music festival in Sydney’s west yesterday.
On Saturday 13 May 2017, officers from South West Metropolitan Region were part of Operation Chambers at the festival in Sydney Olympic Park, Homebush.
During the operation, police conducted 207 person searches and nine people were refused entry to the venue.
Police from South West Region conducted a drug dog operation during the event and as a result have arrested 32 people for drug possession and for drug supply.
Of those arrested, 19 people have been charged with possessing MDMA, 6 people have been charged with possessing cannabis and 2 people have been charged for possessing GHB.
A 23-year-old man has been charged with supply prohibited drug. He was given conditional bail and will appear before Burwood Local Court on Thursday 1 June 2017.
A 21-year-old man has been charged with supply prohibited drug. He was given conditional bail and will appear before Burwood Local Court on Monday 19 June 2017.
A 21-year-old man has been charged with supply prohibited drug and deal with the proceeds of crime. He was given conditional bail and will appear before Burwood Local Court on Thursday 1 June 2017.
An 18-year-old man has been charged with supply prohibited drug. He was given conditional bail and will appear before Burwood Local Court on Thursday 1 June 2017.
Detective Chief Inspector Gus Viera, Commander of the South West Region Enforcement Squad, said he was very disappointed at the amount of people found to be in possession of drugs during the police operation.
"Clearly the message is not sinking in. Too many people are playing Russian roulette with their lives, not only is it extremely dangerous, but you are also risking a criminal record and future employment prospects.
"Not to mention the worry and concern you are causing your family and the unknown long term effects these drugs may have on your health. It's time to start making better choices," Detective Chief Inspector Viera said.
