Cannabis Seizure and Arrest on Waiuku Road Patrol

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A routine traffic stop in Waiuku, New Zealand, turned into a significant narcotics seizure and arrest on Tuesday. The driver, a 24-year-old man, was pulled over for using his phone while driving, but when questioned, he was found to have over two kilograms of cannabis in his vehicle, along with a large amount of cash and a knife. The driver will face charges in court for possession and supply of cannabis, possession of a knife, and failing to carry out obligations related to a computer search.

Key Takeaways:

  • The driver was stopped for using his phone while driving, but during the interaction, the officer detected a strong smell of cannabis coming from the vehicle.
  • A search of the vehicle revealed eight bags of cannabis weighing over two kilograms, as well as a significant amount of cash.
  • A knife was found in the man's pocket, leading to additional charges.
  • The driver will appear in Pukekohe District Court on July 30th.
  • The driver was also issued with an infringement for using his mobile phone while driving.
  • Inspector Matt Hoyes, Counties Manukau South Area Prevention Manager, attributes this success to "great Police work" and highlights the importance of "keeping our community safe by removing these harmful substances from our streets."
  • This incident is another example of the Police's efforts to combat cannabis use and possession in the community.

Statistics:

  • 2+ kilograms of cannabis seized from the vehicle
  • 8 bags of cannabis located in the vehicle
  • $X amount of cash seized from the vehicle (amount not specified in the source)
  • 1 knife seized from the driver's pocket
  • 1 driver issued with an infringement for using a mobile phone while driving
  • 1 arrest made for possession and supply of cannabis, possession of a knife, and failing to carry out obligations

Sources:

  • New Zealand Police
  • Counties Manukau South Police Area