Police from the Seymour Divisional Tasking Unit executed a search warrant at an address in Redbank Rd, Seymour on June 11.
Detective Acting Sergeant Luke Bryan said the warrant was the culmination of an extensive long running investigation, aimed at reducing the scourge of methamphetamine in Seymour.
Two people were arrested and remanded in custody when police allegedly seized more than 30g of methylamphetamine, a quarter of a litre of GHB, prohibited weapons and a large amount of cash.
The street value of the drugs was estimated to be approximately $9000.
House fire in Tallarook
The CFA has urged people to have their chimneys inspected after a house fire in Tallarook last week.
A fire caused minor damage to a property on Main Rd at 6.30pm on June 12 after starting in the chimney.
The residents of the house managed to escape and CFA crews from Tallarook, Seymour and Broadford extinguished the blaze.
CFA District 12 Commander Justin Dally urged people to have their chimney inspected and to remain vigilant when cooking to avoid preventable fires.
‘‘Preventable fires are fires that didn’t have to occur. They are caused by unattended cooking, chimneys not being checked and candles being lit and left unattended near curtains and other flammable materials. Which in turn cause unnecessary damage, hardship and injury to people and families,’’ he said.
‘‘There have been several preventable fires in Mitchell Shire recently. We need people to take precautions because we don’t want to see them get hurt, lose belongings or lose their house to fire.
‘‘Ensure your chimney is in working order. Have a professional inspect it to check for cracks and a build-up of soot that could allow a fire to start.
‘‘If there is a fire, call triple zero immediately and evacuate. Don’t go back in the house because a fire can change unexpectedly and quickly.
‘‘Make sure your smoke alarm has been tested and the battery has recently been replaced.’’
Behaviour during operation ‘exceptional’
The statewide police traffic Operation Regal ran from June 7 to June 10 and saw more than 1500 breath tests conducted and 112 traffic offences detected in Mitchell Shire, with eight of those for drink driving.
Police said overall behaviour of motorists was exceptional and thanked those who chose to do the right thing.
Ensure sheds are secured
Due to several recent burglaries on rural properties within the Mitchell Shire, police urge residents to ensure their sheds are secured and all keys are removed from ride-on mowers, quad bikes, dirt bikes and other motor vehicles.
People are encouraged to regularly check their properties and to report any suspicious activities or thefts to police.
Anti-theft plates available
Police are encouraging the public to attend the Seymour Police Station and collect a set of anti-theft number plate screws to attach to their vehicle.
It takes only a couple of minutes and will ensure registration plates are not stolen and used for an unlawful purpose.
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