The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 22-year-old male in relation to drug offences in Katherine on Thursday 15 January 2026.
Around 4pm, members from the Drug and Organised Crime Section executed a planned apprehension of a vehicle travelling from Queensland into the Northern Territory along the Stuart Highway.
During a search of the Mercedes Sprinter van, officers located and seized:
- 2 kilograms of methamphetamine
- 1 kilogram of MDMA
- 800 grams of cocaine
- 25mls testosterone
- Approximately 600 rounds of assorted ammunition
- 3 mobile phones, two of which were graphene OS dedicated encrypted devices.
The 22-year-old driver was subsequently arrested and charged with:
- Supply schedule one drug – Commercial quantity x 3
- Possess schedule one drug – Commercial quantity x 3
- Possess ammunition without permit
- Drive disqualified
He was remanded in custody to face Katherine Court today.
Detective Senior Sergeant Paul Lawson said, “This is a significant seizure and the result of diligent and targeted police work.
“This should serve as a warning to anyone attempting to transport illicit substances into the Territory that police will detect, intercept and hold offenders to account.”
