The NTPF Dog Operations Unit has made a swift arrest of a 51-year-old man for alleged drug and weapons offences.
A bus travelling from Palmerston to Katherine was stopped for a routine check when Drug Detection Dog Swift lived up to his name, indicating on a passenger who was subsequently found to be in possession of methamphetamine, cannabis, drug paraphernalia and knives.
The man was arrested at the scene and is expected to face Katherine Local Court charged with:
- Possess Schedule 1 Dangerous Drug – Less than Traffickable Quantity in a Public Place
- Possess Schedule 2 Dangerous Drug – Less than Traffickable Quantity in a Public Place
- Possess Thing to Administer Dangerous Drug
- Possess Controlled Weapons
Senior Sergeant Meacham King said the arrest highlighted the important work undertaken by the Dog Operations Unit in preventing illicit substances from entering Territory communities.
“This was excellent work by Swift and his handler. Thanks to Swift, this offender won’t be making it to the next era of his journey with drugs and weapons.”
Anyone with information regarding the supply or distribution of illicit substances is urged to contact police on 131 444. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.
