A lengthy police investigation has disrupted one of the largest drug syndicates operating in the State's Mid North.
Between 13 March and 20 October, Port Pirie CIB have been investigating the supply of illicit drugs throughout the Yorke Mid North Region.
On 20 August, police searched a Solomontown address and alleged seized about 50 grams of methamphetamine, 20 grams of cocaine and $16,000 in cash.
A 33-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman were arrested and charged with trafficking in a controlled drug and money laundering.
On 20 October, Port Pirie CIB detectives, with the assistance of STAR Group officers and Yorke Mid North patrols, searched three separate addresses.
The 33-year-old Solomontown man was again arrested and charged with one count of trafficking in a controlled drug.
The 24-year-old Solomontown woman was again arrested and charged with nine counts of trafficking in a controlled drug, after she was allegedly found with 3.5 grams of methamphetamine and 300 ml of 1,4 Butanediol.
A 37-year-old man from Port Pirie West was arrested and charged with four counts of trafficking in a controlled drug after police allegedly located 258 grams of methamphetamine at his premises (pictured).
A 37-year-old Port Pirie West woman was arrested and charged with four counts of trafficking in a controlled drug.
The arrested persons were refused police bail and appeared in court, where they were remanded in custody to appear in the Port Augusta Magistrates Court on 11 February.
A 28-year-old Port Pirie West man was arrested and charged with one count of trafficking in a controlled drug. He was bailed to appear in the Port Pirie Magistrates Court on 8 December.
Anyone with information on the manufacture, sale or supply of illicit drugs in our community is encouraged to report it to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au – you can choose to remain anonymous.
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