21 Aug 2025

Arrests made after meth, cash seized from Christchurch, Dunedin properties

2:24 pm on 21 August 2025
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Photo: RNZ / Angus Dreaver

Police have arrested two men and seized methamphetamine and cash during search warrants at addresses in Christchurch and Dunedin this week.

It comes after a five-week investigation culminated with three addresses being searched on Monday, police said.

Over half a kilogram of methamphetamine was seized, worth $192,000, as well as $67,000 in cash from the properties.

A 38-year-old was remanded in custody and was due to appear in Christchurch District Court on 17 September.

He was charged with possession and supplying methamphetamine.

A 68-year-old is also due to appear in Dunedin District Court on 9 September, charged with possession of methamphetamine for supply.

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