Firearms, drugs and explosives seized at Tumut, NSW

Police have seized firearms, drugs and explosives while executing a search warrant in the state’s south, NSW Police say.

Just before 12.30pm yesterday, officers attached to Cootamundra Local Area Command executed a search warrant at a house on Blowering Road, Tumut.

A 31-year-old man was present during the search warrant, where police will allege, two replica pistols and ammunition were located.

Officers continued a search outside and allegedly located methyl-amphetamine, dried cannabis, four replica pistols, four homemade explosive devices and various stolen items.

A 37-year-old man, attended the location during the search, was allegedly found to be in possession of methyl-amphetamine.

A short time later, a 20-year-old man and a 23-year old woman attended the location. Both of them were searched by police.

The 20-year-old man was allegedly in possession of methyl-amphetamine.

The 23-year-old woman allegedly had a number of suspected stolen items on her and $150 in cash.

All items have been seized and will undergo forensic examination.

All four people were arrested and are currently assisting police with inquires. Charges are expected to be laid.

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