Northern Territory Police have seized cannabis, methamphetamine and 200 unused deal bags after a random traffic stop in Katherine yesterday.
Members from the Dog Operations Unit conducted a search of a vehicle in the Katherine township, where Drug Detection Dog Rafa indicated to the presence of drugs.
Police located a traffickable quantity of cannabis, a less than traffickable quantity of methamphetamine, 200 unused deal bags and a used methamphetamine pipe.
A 42-year-old Borroloola man was issued a Notice to Appear in the local court in for:
- Drive Motor Vehicle While Unlicensed
- Possess Schedule 1 Dangerous Drug – Less than Traffickable Quantity
- Possess Schedule 2 Dangerous Drug – Traffickable Quantity
- Possess Thing to Administer a Dangerous Drug
Acting Superintendent Meacham King said Rafa’s nose had done the hard work.
“The look on Drug Detection Dog Rafa’s face says it all…don’t do drugs. Don’t deal drugs. And if you do, don’t expect to get past him.”
“If you’re carrying drugs, there’s a good chance Rafa will find them.”
Police continue to target the supply and possession of illicit drugs across the Northern Territory.
Anyone with information about the supply of illicit drugs is urged to contact police on 131 444. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
