A “suspicious package” addressed to a home in Risdon Vale containing 59 grams of methylamphetamine has led to the discovery of more drugs and a stolen shotgun.
Police descended on the Hobart suburb on Wednesday following the interception of the parcel at a mail sorting centre in the state’s south earlier this week.
Detective Inspector David Gill said a search of the property “allegedly connected to the parcel” resulted in the arrest of a 29-year-old man.
“The police investigation into this matter is ongoing and a further three firearms have been located and seized,” Gill said.
“Every instance of illegal drugs and firearms in our community is a concern to police.”
The man has since been charged with eight firearms-related offences and two drug-related offences.
He was held in police custody overnight and is scheduled to appear in the Hobart Magistrates Court today.
“We know criminals use a range of ways in an attempt to import illicit substances into Tasmania, including our mail system, which is why we remain committed to preventing importations through ongoing screenings and targeted searches,” Gill said.
“We also know there are illegal firearms in our community and there are people that know of their existence and location.”
“If you know anything about illegal drugs or firearms, I encourage you to provide that information to police to help us keep the community safe.”
It is believed the seized drug could have resulted in 590 individual street deals worth an estimated $55,000.
