Teenager imprisoned for attempting to smuggle meth into Australia.

A 17-year-old teenager from China has recently been sentenced to over six years in a Perth prison for attempting to import 5.4 kilograms of methamphetamine into Australia. Due to legal reasons, the boy's identity cannot be disclosed. On December 11, the court handed him a sentence of six years and seven months, with a non-parole period of three years and one month. This ruling comes after his arrest on June 25th at his apartment in East Perth, almost six months ago.

The investigation into the case began when the Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department intercepted four stone statue pedestals that were bound for the teenager's address. Upon inspection, they found four packages of methamphetamine concealed inside, totaling to 5.42 kilograms. This led to the Australian Federal Police (AFP) searching the boy's apartment, where they discovered an additional 850 grams of methamphetamine hidden in the fridge. They also found evidence linking him to the attempted import and items commonly used for drug distribution, such as scales and clip seal bags.

According to authorities, the teenager had arrived in Australia in March, and they believe his intention was to distribute the drugs in Perth. The investigation into the drug imports was triggered when Australian Border Force officers in Sydney seized six kilograms of cocaine from Hong Kong and alerted the HKCE. This discovery ultimately led to the teenager's arrest.

The AFP's Detective Acting Inspector Tom Blakeley stated that on average, 27 people are admitted to hospitals in Australia every day due to methamphetamine-related issues. He also mentioned that the seizure of 5.4 kilograms of methamphetamine in Hong Kong and the additional 850 grams discovered in Australia prevented an estimated 62,500 street deals from reaching the community in Western Australia.

It is concerning to see such young individuals involved in drug-related activities, and it is a reminder of the dangers and consequences of illegal substance use. The teenager's sentence serves as a warning to others and highlights the diligent efforts of law enforcement in preventing harmful substances from entering our communities.

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