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Multiple drugs allegedly intercepted on Stuart Highway, Katherine

January 20, 2026 8:39 am in by
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An assortment of illicit drugs and ammo have allegedly been discovered in a van in Katherine.

Police stopped a Mercedes Sprinter Van travelling from Queensland along the Stuart Highway last Thursday (January 15).

Inside they allegedly found 2kg of Methamphetamine, 1kg of MDMA, 800g grams of Cocaine and 25mls of Testosterone.

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Authorities say they also found 600 rounds of assorted ammunition and 3 mobile phones.

A 22-year-old man has been charged with a string of offences and appeared in Katherine Court yesterday (January 19).

Detective Senior Sergeant Paul Lawson says it is a significant seizure, and the result of diligent police work.

“This should serve as a warning to anyone attempting to transport illicit substances into the Territory that police will detect, intercept and hold offenders to account,” he says.

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