Western Australia, US Seize Tens of Kilograms of Meth in Major Drug Busts

Law enforcement agencies across different regions have made significant drug busts targeting large-scale methamphetamine trafficking and related criminal activities. In Nebraska, a California man was arrested with approximately 60 pounds of methamphetamine found in his vehicle during a traffic stop, with a $10 million bond set for his court appearance. In Asheville, North Carolina, a joint operation by local police and the State Bureau of Investigation led to arrests on stolen firearm charges and the seizure of various narcotics, including potentially lethal pressed fentanyl pills, along with firearms and cash. Western Australia Police have conducted extensive operations resulting in the seizure of nearly 40 kilograms of methamphetamine, over $1 million in cash, multiple firearms, and luxury vehicles such as a Ferrari, with several arrests made and investigations ongoing. Officials highlighted the rising demand for illicit stimulants, with Australian authorities noting that drug cartels from South America and Mexico are supplying significant quantities of cocaine globally, including to Australia, contributing to a surge in methamphetamine use. The police emphasized the importance of dismantling organized crime networks and continuing efforts to remove drugs from communities while advocating for treatment and education to address substance abuse.