Detectives from Task Force Nemesis have charged a 28-year-old Melbourne man following a significant seizure of the drug ‘Ice’.

Detective Acting Superintendent Clint Sims said the drugs were located yesterday morning following a search warrant at a Darwin Hotel room.

“The occupant of the room was arrested and conveyed to Darwin Watch House for questioning. Police will allege that the man transported the drugs from Melbourne to the Northern Territory.”

He was charged with possession and supply of a commercial quantity of a schedule one drug, and possession of thing to administer dangerous drug.

He will appear in Darwin Magistrates Court today.

“This is a significant seizure for Task Force Nemesis and we would like to thank the public for their invaluable assistance. If you have any information in relation to the sale of Ice in the Territory, please contact Police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000,” said Detective Acting Superintendent Sims.

“Your call can make a difference.”