Two Iranian Nationals have been charged following a Drug and Firearms Squad investigation into the supply of methylamphetamine (ice) across Sydney.
In June 2018, detectives from the Drug and Firearms Squad established Strike Force Decry to investigate the supply of prohibited drugs by an alleged criminal network operating in Sydney’s west.
As part of their inquiries, detectives uncovered a number of alleged conspiracies to import up to 40kg of ice from overseas into Sydney.
The ice would have an estimated potential street value of $36 million.
Following extensive investigations, Strike Force Decry detectives executed a search warrant at a home at Wentworth Point just after 7am yesterday (Wednesday 20 February 2019).
A 27-year-old man was arrested at the home and taken to Auburn Police Station.
About 9.20am, a second search warrant was executed at a home at North Parramatta.
A 37-year-old man was arrested after returning to the home just after 10am. He was taken to Parramatta Police Station.
During the searches, police seized Rolex watches and other luxury-brand items, a BMW, a motor bike, mobile phones, computers, and various documentation.
The younger man, who is an Iranian National, was charged with three counts of conspiracy to import commercial quantity of border-controlled drug, four counts of prohibited drug supply, and knowingly direct activities of criminal group.
He was refused bail and appeared at Burwood Local Court yesterday, where he was formally refused bail to re-appear at the same court on Wednesday 1 May 2019.
The older man, who is an Iranian National, was charged with three counts of conspiracy to import commercial quantity of border-controlled drug, four counts of prohibited drug supply, and participate criminal group-contribute criminal activity.
He was refused bail to appear at Parramatta Local Court later today (Thursday 21 February 2019).
Drug and Firearms Squad Commander, Detective Superintendent Martin Fileman, said the availability of ‘ice’ is a serious concern for the NSW Police Force.
“The sale and use of ice spans the entire geography of this state; infecting towns, suburbs, and cities in the north, west, south and east,” Det Supt Fileman said.
“Just as we have seen ice destroy lives in our cities and suburbs, it has destroyed lives in country communities too. Far too many families in country towns have to deal with the raw havoc this horrible drug wreaks.
“Our major focus continues to be on suppliers and manufacturers; however, the greatest challenge for the community in this space is demand.
“Reducing demand and influencing a change in culture is a priority and officers across the entire NSW Police Force are working together to combat the ice scourge.”
Investigations into the importation, manufacture, and supply of ice are ongoing.
Anyone with information in relation to the importation and supply of prohibited drugs is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.
