A suspected drug boat's missing at sea, about 50km from the top of the North Island
A suspected drug boat's missing at sea, about 50km from the top of the North Island
20 November 2024
The 3.5 metre skiff has two on board - and is thought to be northeast of Kerikeri.
Police believe it's part of attempts to smuggle 700 kilograms of methamphetamine into New Zealand.
This week, 10 people appeared in court - charged with conspiracy to import a class A drug and participating in an organised crime group.
The Air Force and Police are searching for the boat by sea and from the air.
Further charges haven't been ruled out.
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