Methamphetamine distribution in South Canterbury's expected to be significantly disrupted, after a police sting

Thirteen people have been arrested after 22 properties were raided between Temuka and Oamaru this week, as part of Operation Gipsy.

10-thousand dollars cash, a taser, cannabis plants and more than 100-grams of meth with a street value of 60-thousand dollars were found.

A secret laboratory was also located along with three cannabis grow operations.

62 charges have been laid -- in relation to meth and firearms offences.