Croydon Divisional Response Unit have charged three men after drugs and guns were allegedly located during simultaneous search warrants across Melbourne’s East this morning.
With the assistance of Echo taskforce and Knox detectives, a warrant was executed on Janette Maree Court in Kilsyth about 5.45am.
Officers arrested a 23-year-old man at the scene.
He has been charged with driving related offences and has been bailed to appear at Ringwood Magistrates’ Court on 4 October.
Police also executed a search warrant on Rosemary Avenue in Croydon Hill and allegedly located two sawn off shotguns and significant quantities of ammunition.
A 27-year-old Croydon Hills man was arrested at Doncaster East and has been charged with firearm related offences.
He has been remanded to appear at Ringwood Magistrates’ Court on 9 August.
During the third search warrant, officers allegedly located a large quantity of cocaine, steroids, prescription medication and a large amount of cash.
A 21-year-old Lysterfield man was arrested at the scene and has been charged with drugs and proceeds related offences.
He has been remanded to appear at Ringwood Magistrates’ Court on 4 October.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
