Ipswich Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) detectives have charged a 40-year-old Brassall man following an investigation into the alleged trafficking and supply of dangerous drugs in Ipswich.
Around 7.45am on 1 April, detectives with assistance from Gatton CIB and the Darling Downs Tactical Crime squad, executed a search warrant on a Tranquillity Circuit property where they allegedly located approximately 7kg of cocaine, 1kg of MDMA, a large quantity of cannabis, a small quantity of methylamphetamine and over $200,000 cash.
Police also seized a number of electronic devices including mobile phones and drug paraphernalia including scales and cutting agents.
A 40-year-old Brassall man located at the scene was arrested and taken into custody.
He has been charged with five counts of possess dangerous drugs over schedule 4 , four counts of trafficking dangerous drugs, and one count each of possess anything used in the commission of a crime, possess property obtained from trafficking and possess utensils.
He is due to appear in the Ipswich Magistrates Court on 2 April.
Ipswich Detective Inspector Mick Manago said the seizure is a strong example of the ongoing work being undertaken to disrupt the supply of illicit drugs across the District.
"This is a significant result and highlights the tireless work of police to disrupt the supply of dangerous drugs in our community. Every quantity of drugs taken off the street represents harm prevented and safer communities for our families." Detective Inspector Manago said.
Detective Inspector Mango said the result should serve as a clear warning to anyone involved in the trafficking and supply of dangerous drugs.
"Illicit drugs cause enormous harm to individuals, families and the wider community and we will remain committed to identifying and dismantling drug networks and holding those responsible to account. Those involved in the supply of dangerous drugs should be under no illusion – if you choose to profit from harming our community, we will target you, investigate you and ensure you face the full consequences of your actions."
Investigations continue.
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