Arrest made after search warrant in Masterton

A 40-year-old patched Tribesman gang member will appear in the Masterton District Court today on a charge relating to the supply of the Class A drug LSD.

The man was arrested during a search warrant at a Masterton residential address last night.

LSD, cannabis, a rifle bolt, rounds of ammunition, and a significant amount of cash was seized during the warrant.

Also arrested at the property was a 35-year-old patched Nomad member who had an outstanding warrant for his arrest.

“As part of Operation Cobalt, Wairarapa Police will continue to send a clear message to gang members in our community,” says Wairarapa Area Commander Inspector Scott Miller

“Unlawful behaviour will not be tolerated and will be met with an enforcement response. “

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