UPDATE: A woman has been charged with drug possession following a police stop in Orange, Australia on June 1, 2025. Authorities discovered a stash of illegal substances, including cannabis and methamphetamine, during a routine traffic check.
At approximately 11:45 PM, officers pulled over Fiona Joy Thomas, 52, on March Street after suspecting she may be in possession of prohibited drugs. A thorough search of her vehicle revealed a handbag containing a small black bag with a glass pipe, a glass jar with 10.4 grams of cannabis, and a clear plastic wrapper containing 0.3 grams of methamphetamine.
During the investigation, Thomas admitted the cannabis was hers and disclosed that she had planned to smoke the methamphetamine. The discovery has raised concerns within the local community about drug use and public safety.
Thomas has pleaded guilty to the charges and is due for sentencing on Thursday, July 24, 2025. In a statement, Magistrate Gary Wilson indicated he would impose fines for the offenses. Reports confirm that Thomas will face a fine of $150 for possessing cannabis, $150 for possessing methamphetamine, and $200 for the glass pipe.
This incident underscores the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces with drug-related offenses, as communities grapple with the implications of substance abuse. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to authorities.
As this story develops, stay tuned for updates on Thomas’s sentencing and further details regarding the impact on the local community.
