Warning to students trying to make a ‘quick buck’
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13/08/2015. 16:27
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Dunedin Police and NZ Customs are warning students about the consequences of importing and selling illegal substances after a number of search warrants were completed yesterday across Dunedin.
Three search warrants were executed in the North Dunedin area targeting the importation of Ecstasy, a Class B controlled drug, with a further warrant executed in the Green Island area.
As a result of the warrants, an 18 year-old male was arrested for selling cannabis. Police have also seized a number of electronic items which will be undergoing further forensic analysis to ascertain whether these have been used in the purchase of controlled drugs and this may result in further charges being laid.
“Activities involving the importation and sale of controlled drugs will not be tolerated,” says Acting Detective Sergeant Hamish Barrons, Dunedin Police Organised Crime Squad.
“Police and Customs will continue to use a joint approach to target this type of offending in an effort to cut the supply of illegal drugs to our communities.
“With the technology available to both Customs and Police staff for detecting this offending, it is a wonder why students are putting themselves in a position where they could potentially jeopardise their futures and their careers.”
“Essentially, these students are looking for some quick cash but they are actually playing a game of Russian roulette with their lives,” says Chief Customs Officer Kirk McPherson, Customs. “As shown in recent prosecutions of similar offending, those undertaking this type of illegal activity are finding themselves in prison .
“These convictions can also create barriers for the future, including limited job opportunities and the ability to travel to many destinations around the world.”
Safety in our communities is the responsibility of each of us, so if you know of any illegal activities involving the importation and/or distribution of illegal substances, Police and Customs urge you to contact your local police station. Information can also be provided anonymously via the organisation Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
