Police have seized more than $3 million worth of dangerous drugs and charged 25 people following a major trafficking investigation in Gladstone, about four hours north of Noosa.
The nine-month operation, known as Operation Promontory, was led by Gladstone Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) with support from the State Drug Squad and wrapped up on 19 February.
Police allege the joint operation successfully dismantled a long-standing drug supply syndicate operating in the Gladstone region.
Officers established crime scenes at two residential properties in Toolooa and Glen Eden and conducted an extensive search of nearby bushland. It will be alleged investigators seized more than 7.5 kilograms of methylamphetamine, 300 grams of cocaine and 360 pounds of cannabis, along with other illicit substances.
Police also allege they located and seized more than $1 million in cash, along with multiple vehicles and other assets believed to have been used in the commission of offences.
In total, 25 people have been charged with 235 offences. Among them, 11 people have been charged with trafficking dangerous drugs, including methylamphetamine and cannabis.
Officer in charge of Gladstone CIB, Detective Senior Sergeant Brett Richard, said the operation had delivered significant results.
“We are confident that Operation Promontory has successfully dismantled a deeply entrenched drug syndicate, significantly disrupting the supply of illicit drugs in the Gladstone region,” Detective Senior Sergeant Richard said.
“There is no place for illicit drugs within our community, and investigators will continue to hold offenders to account.”
While the operation centred on Gladstone, the scale of the alleged trafficking activity serves as a reminder for communities across Queensland, including Noosa, about the ongoing efforts of police to combat the supply of dangerous drugs.
Investigations remain ongoing.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Policelink online at police.qld.gov.au/reporting or provide information anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at crimestoppersqld.com.au.
