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ABF and AFP combine forces to nab Perth bagman A Perth man has been arrested fo…

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November 21, 2020

ABF and AFP combine forces to nab Perth bagman
A Perth man has been arrested for his role in allegedly attempting to smuggle methamphetamine into Australia, concealed in handbags.
The ABF has significantly ramped up screening of air cargo consignments this year in response to increased volumes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The additional officers in the air cargo and international mail streams have made it harder for criminals to smuggle illicit drugs across the border.

“It’s another example of AFP and ABF officers standing shoulder to shoulder in the fight to keep illicit drugs off our streets and out of our homes.” – ABF Regional Commander for WA, James Copeman
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