Box Hill Divisional Response Unit detectives have arrested two people after seizing a significant quantity of methylamphetamine, 1,4-butanediol, and cash this week in Burwood.
Detectives executed a search warrant at a Burwood property on Thursday 12 September following an extensive investigation into alleged drug trafficking.
A follow up warrant was executed at property in Box Hill South on 13 September.
Officers located and seized:
• Over 100 grams of methylamphetamine
• Approximately 20 kilograms of 1,4-butanediol
• Various quantities of ketamine, cocaine and prescription drugs
• Approximately $40,000 cash
Also seized was a prescription pad and false number plates.
A 34-year-old man and 44-year-old woman both from Burwood were arrested and charged with traffick commercial quantity of drug of dependence, handle stolen goods, and possess proceeds of crime. They were remanded to appear at Melbourne Magistrates Court on 5 December.
Quotes attributable to Detective Senior Sergeant Sean Audley - Box Hill Divisional Response Unit:
"We are alleging this syndicate was dealing drugs in the local area for profit."
"By taking such a large quantity of illicit substances off the streets, we are making a significant impact on disrupting alleged drug trafficking in the area."
"Drug-related offences often lead to a rise in other types of crime, which is why ongoing enforcement is so important."
