Extensive Search and Seizure Across the Gold Coast

On 3 August 2024, eight people aged between 30 and 61 were charged with drug trafficking offences as part of Operation Victor Mosquito. Detectives from the Crime and Intelligence Command’s Organised Crime Gangs Group executed search warrants in several Gold Coast suburbs, including Broadbeach, Burleigh Heads, Surfers Paradise, and Broadbeach Waters. During these searches, police discovered significant quantities of illicit drugs, drug paraphernalia, mobile phones, large sums of cash, and a BMW X5.

Serious Charges and Court Appearances

The eight suspects face charges of trafficking in dangerous drugs (cocaine), with seven also charged with supplying dangerous drugs. Additional charges include possession of items used in criminal activities and possession of tainted property. All individuals have been issued notices to appear in court.

Statement on Community Safety

Detective Inspector Craig Bowman from the Organised Crime Gangs Group stressed the importance of disrupting drug trafficking to combat organised crime.

“The funds from drug trafficking support criminal activities and increase community risk,” he said.

“No matter your standing in our community, if you are involved in the distribution of illicit substances, you will be targeted, and you will be held accountable.”

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