Police have charged a 23-year-old man with drug and weapon offences following the search of a vehicle at Goodna last night, June 26.
Around 11.40pm officers intercepted a 2015 Ford Falcon utility travelling along Bellevue Road.
While speaking with the driver, officers detected a suspicious odour which led to a subsequent search of the vehicle.
It is alleged while searching the vehicle officers located a backpack containing 3.3 grams of methylamphetamine, several containers of cannabis along with a personal manufactured firearm and a bag containing ammunition.
A 23-year-old man from Springfield man has been charged with five offences including two counts of possessing dangerous drugs and one count each of unlawful possession of weapons, authority required to possess explosives and unlicenced driving.
He is due to appear in the Ipswich Magistrates Court today.
Acting Detective Inspector Steven Williamson said personal manufactured firearms are of significant concern to police due to the potential to impact on community safety.
"These weapons are dangerous, and we are committed in ensuring they are removed from our community.
"If anyone has information on someone in possession or manufacturing these types of weapons, I urge you to contact Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000."
Operation Whiskey Firestorm is a high-impact statewide initiative designed to tackle the critical issues of firearm safety and illicit firearms.
The operation is sending a clear message about the importance of proper firearm storage and the role licenced firearm owners play in ensuring community safety. Operation Whiskey Firestorm is also focusing on a coordinated statewide response to the investigation, prevention and disruption activities involving illicit firearms offences and violent firearm related offending.
This operation comes in response to 2024 statistics which saw 1,055 firearm licenses revoked, and over 3,290 offences involving firearms, including serious offences such as attempted murder, assault, robbery and unlawful entry.
The QPS will be conducting extensive audits, coordinating regional operations, and working with licensed firearm owners to ensure they meet safety and ownership rules and regulations.
