Two Further Arrests In Marlborough Methamphetamine Operation

To be attributed to Detective Sergeant Ben Smith, Blenheim Tactical Crime Unit:

Blenheim Police have made two further arrests today as part of Operation Memento, an ongoing operation targeting the sale and supply of methamphetamine in the Marlborough region.

Following a search warrant at a Marlborough property today, a 43-year-old woman was arrested and has been charged with supplying methamphetamine and possession of methamphetamine for supply.

These charges relate to the woman's role in facilitating the movement of methamphetamine across the Cook Strait and into the Marlborough region.

A 34-year-old man was also arrested and has been charged with offences relating to possession of methamphetamine, cannabis and utensils.

Both people arrested today will appear in Blenheim District Court on 10 October.

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