Police have charged nine people after a series of search warrants turned up luxury handbags, swords, explosives, firearms, illicit drugs and more than $750,000 in cash.
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Officers believe those charged are part of an organised crime syndicate that allegedly distribute commercial quantities of heroin and meth in Melbourne.
Police said they've caught the group's alleged leader in the raids that were conducted between February 24 and July 17.
A laboratory in Sunshine North, allegedly used for drug production, was dismantled by police.
The raids also seized a a 2020 Mercedes Benz GLC63 and a 2018 Porsche Macan from the alleged gang members.
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The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information about illicit drug activity is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
Help is available:
For free and confidential advice about alcohol and other drug treatment services call the National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline on 1800 250 015.
Access free 24/7 drug and alcohol counselling online at www.counsellingonline.org.au.
For information about drug and alcohol addiction treatment or support, go to www.turningpoint.org.au.
Anna Houlahan
Anna Houlahan is a journalist for Explore and the Senior. Reach out with news or updates to anna.houlahan@austcommunitymedia.com.au
