Cash, drugs seized as police charge 38 people linked to alleged syndicate
Queensland Police have charged 38 people following an eight-month investigation into alleged drug trafficking in south-west Queensland. Nearly 500 charges were laid, with drugs and over $100,000 in cash seized during raids across rural properties. The operation targeted a syndicate allegedly moving drugs between Miles and Jondaryan, with seven individuals facing drug trafficking charges.
- ▪Almost 500 charges were laid during an eight-month investigation into drug trafficking in south-west Queensland.
- ▪Police seized cocaine, methylamphetamine, cannabis, and more than $100,000 in cash from rural properties.
- ▪Seven people, including five from Chinchilla, were charged with drug trafficking and have upcoming court dates in Chinchilla and Dalby.
- ▪Search warrants were executed with assistance from the Brisbane Major Organised Drug Squad and the dog squad.
- ▪Tips from CrimeStoppers were pivotal to the success of the police operation.
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