More Than $1 Million Cash And Firearm Seized, Rocklea

A 26-year-old New South Wales man has been charged with weapons, drug and proceeds of crime offences after Acacia Ridge CIB executed a search warrant at a Rocklea property on October 10.

It will be alleged police intercepted a vehicle in relation a drug trafficking operation on October 10.

A subsequent search warrant of a Rocklea property located more than one million dollars' worth of cash, a firearm and ammunition, in addition to drug utensils.

Money seized, Rocklea
Money seized 2, Rocklea
Money seized 3, Rocklea

The man has been charged with two counts of possessing anything for use in the commission of crime and one count each of trafficking in dangerous drugs, authority required to possess explosives, unlawful possession of a weapon and dealing in proceeds of crime money worth $1 million or more.

Firearm seized, Rocklea

He was remanded in custody and is expected to reappear before Brisbane Magistrates Court on October 18.

Detective Senior Sergeant Justin Suffolk says police are committed to continuing to disrupt and prevent drug trafficking.

"If you are involved in the distribution of illicit substances, you will be targeted, and you will be held accountable," he said.

Investigations are ongoing.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

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