Police have arrested a 56-year-old male in relation to a drug seizure that occurred in Adelaide River.
This morning, members from the Drug and Organised Crime Division apprehended a black Range Rover travelling along the Stuart Highway from Queensland to Darwin after receiving intelligence it was transporting illicit substances.
A lawful search of the vehicle was conducted with Detectives locating and seizing:
- 2.5 kilograms of cocaine
- 2 kilograms of methamphetamine
- 2 x mobile phones
- $3,000
The 56-year-old driver was arrested and later charged with:
- 2 x Supply commercial schedule 1 drug
- 2 x Possess commercial schedule 1 drug
- Receive or possess tainted property
He has been remanded to appear in Darwin Local Court on 9 December 2025.
Detective Acting Senior Sergeant Tim Healey said, "These drugs cause serious harm and have a significant impact on community wellbeing. Removing them from circulation helps minimise that harm.
"This significant seizure serves as a reminder to those who seek to profit from our community.
"If we haven't caught you yet, it is only a matter of time."
