Police have charged a 35-year-old man from northern Tasmania with trafficking the illicit drugs GHB and methamphetamine, following his arrest in Launceston on Sunday night.
Police seized the drugs - alleged to have included a significant amount of crystalised GHB, a bottle of liquid GHB and several small amounts of methamphetamine in snap-lock bags – during a search of the man's car.
The man was the sole occupant of a vehicle which had been intercepted by police on patrol in the Kings Meadows area about 9.15pm on Sunday.
He has been charged with trafficking in a controlled substance and other associated drug and traffic related offences.
The man was bailed to appear in court on 14 January, 2026.
Tasmania Police is committed to reducing the negative impact that illicit drugs have in the community.
If you are aware of someone involved in the production, or distribution of illicit drugs, contact police on 131 444.
You can also report anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at crimestoppers.tas.gov.au
