UPDATE: Police have seized a cache of firearms and explosives linked to an organized crime syndicate during a dramatic raid in Campbellfield, conducted on August 15. A 32-year-old woman from Dandenong has been charged with multiple offenses, including firearm and explosives violations, after authorities uncovered a trove of weapons, including seven firearms such as high-powered rifles, shotguns, and a loaded automatic rifle.
The raid was initiated by Broadmeadows Police, who discovered a stolen vehicle with cloned number plates inside a factory. Inside the vehicle, police found not only the firearms but also explosives, chemicals, and equipment that could have been used for dangerous activities. Authorities confirmed that the quantity of explosives had the potential to demolish an entire building, raising alarms about the scale of organized crime in the area.
Further investigations led to additional raids on September 23 in Doreen and Dandenong, where police seized mobile phones, cash, and more number plates. Detective Inspector Graham Banks emphasized the serious threat posed by these seizures, stating, “These are items that could have wreaked immense destruction in our community and resulted in the deaths of large numbers of people.”
The arrested woman is accused of storing and transporting these weapons on behalf of a crime syndicate with potential offshore links. The police investigation is ongoing, and authorities urge anyone with information to reach out via Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or through their website.
As this story develops, the community remains on high alert for further updates on the implications of this organized crime operation. The potential for violence and destruction underscores the urgent need for vigilance and public cooperation in reporting suspicious activities.
