As we continue to fight the good fight against the Opioid Crisis on our shores, our long-distance neighbors in Australia are still plowing through a dangerous wall of meth. Due to the aptly-named “ice epidemic,” Australian authorities have been laying down aggressive hammers of justice as they crack down on drug dealers and save addicts’ lives across the country. However, in an amazing feat, the Federal Police recently busted a massive shipment of crystal meth, estimated at a staggering $13.5 million AUD. Let’s take a closer look at what the officers uncovered.
Resourceful Criminal Syndicate
Based on a recent report, the Australian Federal Police (AFP) announced that they had seized an overwhelmingly large shipment of crystal meth after raiding a street vehicle. Overall, officers have estimated the 18 kilograms of meth have a street value of $13.5 million AUD and are equated to roughly 180,000 potential drug deals. In an interview, AFP Superintendent Gail McClure speculated that a resourceful and well-informed crime syndicate is possibly behind this shipment and had been targeting people living in South Australia. Officers also confiscated $13,000 AUD in cash, cash-counting tools, analog and digital scales, and documents for travel.
An Unsurprising Discovery
Superintendent McClure explained how officials have suspected that underground syndicates have been responsible for importations for some time now. According to the report, one of the suspected men, a 51-year old, had previously been inspected after exiting a flight from Bali one week prior to the bust. Ultimately, the Joint Agency Ice Strike Team and the National Anti-Gang Squad SA joined forces to inspect air cargo that was connected to the suspect. As of now, further investigations are underway.
Seeking Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder
Crystal meth is easily one of the most dangerous drugs on the planet and has been responsible for a string of fatalities in Australia. For decades, our country has suffered beneath the weight of dangerous synthetics and legal painkillers, but we also have to remember that other people all over the world are also suffering from dreadful meth addiction and related overdoses. However, you can make the right decision by taking a stand against your addiction and regaining your health and happiness.
If you are suffering from a severe case of drug addiction or have a friend or loved one who is coping with this illness, get in touch with Asana Recovery today. Our professional team of counselors and healthcare experts will help you endure the painful process of opioid withdrawal and detox and guide you along the rocky road of rehabilitation. Soon enough, you will experience a faster and much more efficient recovery.
If you want to find out more about our residential treatment or supervised detoxification/withdrawal programs or enroll in one of these programs today, we are ready and waiting to speak with you at your leisure and your disclosure. Call Asana now at (949) 438-4504 to learn how you can overcome your mental illness and take an extra step toward becoming a healthier person.
