#New Zealand Police Crack Down on Prolific Dark Web Drug Seller

A significant operation disrupts illicit drug operations in New Zealand.

#Investigation Details

The New Zealand Police have apprehended an individual allegedly responsible for selling large quantities of illicit drugs on the dark web. The investigation, dubbed Operation Laver, targeted a prolific user on the largest New Zealand dark web server, resulting in the arrest of a 35-year-old man and a 32-year-old woman.

#Key Statistics

• 2,800 individual drug transactions
• Estimated value: $1.2 million
• 13 different types of drugs involved
• $55,000 in cash seized

#Charges and Arrests

The two arrested individuals appeared before the North Shore District Court, where a significant number of charges involving the sale and supply of class A, B, and C controlled drugs were laid. Detective Senior Sergeant Reece Sirl stated that further charges may be laid against the two individuals and any other persons identified from evidence located during the ongoing investigation.

#Ongoing Efforts

This operation is part of the National Organised Crime Group's continued focus on disrupting drug importers and suppliers operating on the dark web. Detective Senior Sergeant Sirl emphasized that individuals operating on the dark web should be aware that they are not invisible to the police and are not immune to prosecution.

#Related Information

• The investigation was carried out by the National Organised Crime Group.
• The police executed a search warrant at a rural property in northern Auckland.
• The police are continuing to expand their investigative capabilities on dark net and other encrypted platforms.