According to Western Australia Police, officers in Broome seized approximately 3.5 grams of methylamphetamine hidden inside a fast-food breakfast sandwich during a traffic stop on August 20. The search uncovered a ziplock bag of white powder wedged between the bacon and egg of a McMuffin, leading to the arrest of a 39-year-old Derby man who now faces drug supply charges.
Broome Police Intercept Meth Hidden in Fast Food
Law enforcement officials in the remote Western Australian town of Broome uncovered illicit substances disguised inside a fast-food meal during a vehicle search. Police conducted a traffic stop at Cable Beach.
Police body-worn camera footage released by WA Police shows officers rummaging through a bag containing items from multiple outlets on a vehicle’s bonnet. Investigators discovered a cold, discarded McDonald’s McMuffin at the bottom of a warm bag from Chicken Treat. Upon pulling the breakfast sandwich apart, officers allegedly found a small ziplock bag filled with white powder.
Broome Police Detail Creative Concealment Methods
Detective Senior Sergeant Trisha Stjepic stated that while searching through fast-food items presents an awkward task for officers, creative concealment has become increasingly common during routine vehicle inspections. WA Police reported that suspects frequently go to extensive lengths to hide contraband, including concealing substances inside rubbish bags located in car boots.
The McMuffin search coincided with a separate drug enforcement operation in the region. Police reported arresting a 21-year-old man on August 29 at a fast-food outlet after he allegedly fled from officers. Investigators stated that man had travelled 2,080 kilometres from Perth carrying cannabis, methylamphetamine, and a knife with the intent to supply.
Charges Filed Following Regional Drug Raids
The driver targeted in the August 20 traffic stop was not known to police, according to law enforcement records. Following police questioning, authorities let go of a woman who was also inside the car and present during the search.
Authorities slapped the 39-year-old Derby man with a charge of possessing a prohibited drug with intent to sell or supply. Both men are due to appear in court later this month over the unrelated incidents.
Did You Know?
Broome police have been actively focusing on the methylamphetamine trade over the past year, according to Detective Senior Sergeant Trisha Stjepic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What charges does the suspect face?
Authorities slapped the 39-year-old Derby man with a charge of possessing a prohibited drug with intent to sell or supply.
Where did the traffic stop take place?
The vehicle was stopped at Cable Beach in the remote Western Australian town of Broome.
How much methylamphetamine was found?
Approximately 3.5 grams of methylamphetamine was recovered.
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