Maningrida Police supported by Katherine Detectives and Officers from Operation Stinger have netted significant results in the battle against drug offending, property crime and domestic violence in the community.

Over six days, the Katherine-based Operation Stinger expanded to target offending in Maningrida.

“The Maningrida portion of the Operation was conducted in two phases.” Said Superintendent Brent Warren.

“Phase one concentrated on property crime, clearing up a number of unlawful entries.  Phase two targeted offenders with outstanding warrants, as well as monitoring the compliance of domestic violence and reportable offenders in the community.”

“Overall the results were encouraging for Police. In the first phase seven people were arrested for offences including aggravated unlawful entry, stealing, robbery and criminal damage.”

“In the second phase a further 10 people were arrested on outstanding warrants, whilst a search warrant lead to the seizure of two kilograms of Kava and 1905-dollars.  One person was summonsed for offences including possessing and supplying Kava in an Aboriginal community.” Said Supt Warren.

“By actively removing offenders and drugs from Maningrida, as well as using bail with strict conditions, we aim to reduce harm the community.”

Operation Stinger will continue in Katherine until the middle of next month.