A 31-year-old man will face drug charges after his arrest at a state border checkpoint on Wednesday afternoon.
Officers performing duties at the state border checkpoint on the Pacific Highway, Tugun intercepted a Ford Ranger utility with a trailer attempting to enter Queensland at approximately 5.30pm on April 8.
It will be alleged that during a search of the vehicle police located 93 kilograms of cannabis and $4,300 cash. The drugs located have a street value of $450,000.
A 31-year-old Palm Beach man was arrested and charged with the possession of dangerous drugs and the possession of property suspected of be used in connection with a drug offence.
He has been bailed to appear at the Coolangatta Magistrates Court on July 6, 2020.
The man was also issued a $1,334 infringement notice for breaching the Chief Health Officer’s direction.
Detective Inspector Chris Ahearn from the Gold Coast Criminal Investigation Branch said any person attempting to enter our state, even if they are a Queensland resident should expect a heightened level of scrutiny.
“In addition to the current biosecurity risks, police will remain vigilant to disrupt any criminal activity,” Detective Inspector Chris Ahearn.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.
You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.
