A six week Police operation targeting drug and property offences in Darwin and Palmerston has led to almost 80 people being arrested, more than 200 charges laid, cannabis, amphetamine and cash seized.

Strike Force Nemesis focussed on low to medium level drug use and supply, often linked to violent crime, property crime and anti-social behaviour.

“The operation utilised officers from the Drug and Organised Crime Section, Tactical Teams, Dog Operations Unit and the Territory Intelligence Division.” said Darwin Metropolitan Commander Jamie Chalker.

“We know drug use is closely associated with property crime as people commit offences to fund their addiction. Getting drugs off the streets, arresting offenders and hopefully diverting them onto the path of rehabilitation can only be positive for the whole community.” Commander Chalker said.

Anyone who may know of or is concerned about drug activity or people in possession of stolen property is urged to call Police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

NEMESIS STATS:

78 Arrests

63 Search Warrants Executed

24 Drug Infringement Notices Issued

48 Cannabis Plants Seized

6.4kg Cannabis Seized

206 Charges/Offences

22 Summonses’ Issued

$9742 Cash Seized

39 Grams Amphetamine Seized

5 Grams Methamphetamine Seized

21 Grams Amphetamine Type Substances

67 Tablets - LSD

Various weapons seized, including a shotgun.