October 26th 2024.
In a shocking turn of events, a group of six individuals, including two US nationals, two Sydney men, one Melbourne resident, and a South Korean man, were busted in a major drug trafficking scheme. Their plan? To smuggle the largest shipment of methamphetamine ever recorded into Australia, with a street value of a staggering $1.29 billion. This amount could have resulted in over 17 million individual street deals, a terrifying thought for law enforcement agencies.
The syndicate had been under close surveillance for almost six years by the Australian Federal Police and other agencies. It was discovered that they were using audio equipment to hide the drugs, which were being transported from California. But thankfully, due to the hard work and vigilance of the authorities, the shipment was intercepted before it could leave American shores. The containers, which were supposed to contain audio equipment, were found to be carrying a massive 1.728 tonnes of methamphetamine, along with 25kg of cocaine and 5kg of heroin.
This bust was the largest ever shipment bound for Australia and the biggest domestic seizure in the US. After the drugs were seized, the Australian police executed 13 search warrants in Melbourne and Sydney in early 2019. As a result, two US nationals, three Australian men, and a South Korean national were charged. The three Australian men and the South Korean man were sentenced in 2021 and 2022, but the remaining two members of the group were only sentenced this week in Melbourne County Court.
The man, now 57, has been sentenced to 21 years in prison, with a non-parole period of 14 years. The woman, now 52, received a sentence of 14 years, with a non-parole period of eight years and six months. This goes to show the severity of their crime and the impact it could have had on society. Australian Federal Police Detective Superintendent Jason McArthur emphasized the devastating consequences of methamphetamine use, such as domestic violence, accidents on the road, and strain on the healthcare system. He also stressed the fact that this drug trade only serves to line the pockets of organized crime.
It's a relief to know that this dangerous plan was foiled, thanks to the diligent efforts of law enforcement agencies. It's also worth mentioning that readers can stay updated on breaking news, celebrity gossip, and sports news by following our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm, and your privacy is protected. Let's all do our part to stay informed and stay safe.
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