Search ongoing following drug search warrant in Wigram

Canterbury Police executed a search warrant at a residential property in Wigram this morning as part of ongoing efforts to disrupt the availability of illegal drugs in the region.

Detective Inspector Darryl Sweeney confirmed that the address searched today is linked to the Head Hunters gang.

A search of the property has yet to be completed.

“Canterbury Police are committed to preventing the social harm caused in the community by the use and distribution of illegal drugs. This includes paying particular attention to the criminal activity of gang members and their associates.”

“Everyone has a right to be safe and feel safe and a phone call to Police or Crimestoppers to reporting illegal activity associated with drugs and gangs will help stop this offending occurring in your community.

Anyone with any information should call Christchurch Central Police Station on 03 363 7400.

Information can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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