Police seized a commercial quantity of methylamphetamine and an imitation firearm as part of a major drug investigation in Healesville yesterday.
The investigation commenced after police received intelligence regarding alleged drug trafficking in the Yarra Ranges area.
Detectives from the Croydon Divisional Response Unit, with assistance from the Dog Squad, Drone Unit, and uniform members from Healesville and Warburton, executed warrants at a Healesville property on Thursday, May 1.
During the search, police seized approximately $7000 of methylamphetamine, 1000 of cannabis and other drugs of dependence.
Other items seized included an imitation firearm, ammunition, prohibited fireworks, knives and $2000 of cash believed by detectives to be the proceeds of crime.
A 45-year-old Healesville man was arrested at the scene and charged with several offences related to drug trafficking and illegal possession of firearms.
He was remanded in custody to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court later today.
Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppers.com.au.
