Federal Police have launched a major investigation after more than $182 million worth of drugs were found hidden inside a shipment of coffee beans in Melbourne last week.
Australian Border Force officers x-rayed a full container load of coffee beans sent via sea cargo from Panama and discovered 200 kilograms of methamphetamine and six kilograms of cocaine stashed inside.
Australian Federal Police Detective Superintendent Jason McArthur said the seizure demonstrates how drug smugglers use any product and method to import drugs into Australia.
“This significant seizure, concealed inside a shipment of coffee beans, demonstrates we are one step ahead of these criminal networks,” Det. Supt. McArthur said.
“The AFP’s investigations into the criminal syndicate involved, including those responsible both on and offshore, remains ongoing.
“We are urging anyone with information to please come forward.”
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