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Three Charged After $555 Million Meth Haul, One Denied Bail

Magistrate ruled Martin Nguyen a flight risk, remanding him in custody

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Overview

  • All three men have been charged with importing a commercial quantity of methamphetamine following the July 4 seizure
  • Authorities intercepted a sea cargo consignment from Thailand at the Port of Brisbane that concealed 597 kg of methamphetamine inside crates labeled as UV protective fabrics
  • Forensic analysis confirmed the drugs were wrapped within 200 fabric rolls and valued at $555 million, enough for about six million street deals
  • Search warrants at a Bowen Hills warehouse and two vehicles yielded cash, mobile phones and tools believed to be used for accessing the methamphetamine
  • The accused will face Brisbane Magistrates Court again on August 1 as ABF and AFP investigations into the wider syndicate continue