Police make arrest after investigation into organised crime syndicate at Gold Coast

A search warrant was executed by Gold Coast Major and Organised Crime Squad (MOCS), State Crime Command Organised Crime Gangs Group at a Benowa address yesterday as part of an ongoing investigation into organised crime impacting the Gold Coast community.

Detectives have arrested a 33-year-old man, alleged to be a member of the Lone Wolf OMCG, after seizing firearms, drugs and suspected stolen luxury vehicles.

During the search of the address four vehicles were seized, along with a Harley Davidson motorcycle, jewellery ($20,000), drugs, firearms including four handguns, a semi-automatic shot-gun, a semi-automatic rifle and ammunition.

The 33-year-old was charged with firearm, drugs and property offences and is expected to appear in Southport Magistrates Court today.

"Individuals who involve themselves in serious criminal activity, including possessing firearms , pose a serious risk to the community. These individuals and criminal groups remain the focus of our future policing operations" Detective Senior Sergeant Galpin, Officer in Charge Gold Coast MOCS said.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.

You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

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