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Chance patrol nets drugs

Police seized drugs and a weapon in a coincidental raid on a Dandenong motel.
The Frontline Tactical Unit members were patrolling in Dandenong and spotted a suspicious vehicle parked at a motel.
While making inquiries and watching the vehicle, they allegedly saw criminal activity occurring around one of the rooms.
They intervened and seized a quantity of illicit drugs – including drugs that the offender allegedly tried to throw out of a rear window – plus prescription medication and a prohibited weapon.
Police arrested a man and charged him with several offences.
They urged residents to contribute intelligence to guide patrols to where they would be most effective.
Anonymous tip-offs can be made to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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