Media release

Drug Seizure

Police

Members of the Drug Enforcement Section executed a search warrant at a Moulden residence about 5.30 yesterday afternoon.

Chemicals, laboratory equipment and a small quantity of Methamphetamine was seized and exhibited.

A 43-year-old male was arrested and conveyed to Darwin Watch House where he was charged with the following offences

Manufacture Schedule 2 Substance (Methamphetamine)
Possess Precursor x 2 ( Iodine and Pseudoephedrine)
Possess Article to Manufacture Drug
Possess Dangerous Drug - Schedule 2 (Methamphetamine)
Administer Dangerous Drug to Self ( Methamphetamine)

The male is due to appear in Darwin Magistrate's Court on 7 April 2009. A 45-year-old female is to be summonsed in relation to the seizure of a small amount of cannabis and cannabis seeds located at the premises.


Media contact:
Rickie Scoot
8922 3185