Man charged after illicit drugs allegedly seized during vehicle stop – Willow Tree

A man will face court today after a large amount of methylamphetamine was allegedly seized during a vehicle stop in the state’s north west.

About 7.15pm on Wednesday 7 October 2026, officers attached to Oxley Police District were patrolling the New England Highway, Willow Tree, when they stopped a sedan.

During a search of the vehicle and its occupants – a 40-year-old man and 37-year-old woman – two large bags of methylamphetamine and a small amount of cannabis were allegedly located and seized.

Both were released, pending further inquiries.

Just after 10am yesterday (Monday 19 October 2026), a 40-year-old man was arrested at Tamworth Police Station where he was charged with supply prohibited drug greater than or equal to large commercial quantity.

He was refused bail to appear before Bail Division Local Court today (Tuesday 20 October 2026).

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