Gold Coast Drug Bust

Detectives from the Gold Coast Criminal Investigation Branch charged a 32-year-old Beenleigh man with multiple drug-related offenses after a vehicle interception early on May 3 at Hope Island. The interception, which was initially for a routine license check, led to the discovery of drugs and cash.

Around 5 a.m., police officers stopped a white Nissan Navara on Hope Island Road. The driver, found to be disqualified from driving, was detained for a drug search during which he attempted to flee, resulting in a brief chase on foot before being arrested. A subsequent search revealed a quantity of methylamphetamine concealed in his clothing and drug utensils and a significant amount of cash in the vehicle.

The man faces several charges, including possession of dangerous drugs, possession of property suspected to be the proceeds of a drug offense, and obstructing a police officer. He is scheduled to appear at the Southport Magistrates Court on June 6.

The Queensland Police Service encourages anyone with information to contact Policelink or report anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Reference number for this case is QP2600846485.