A joint customs and police operation that was investigating drug smuggling through New Zealand's busiest airport , this week, has led to 20 baggage handlers being arrested, accused of participating in the smuggling of Class A drugs into the country. This includes the likes of methamphetamine and cocaine, in unattended baggage .

On Friday, Detective Inspector Tom Gollan attended a press release that updated the public on the status of 'Operation Matata', which had been launched earlier this year, and continued to investigate the facilitation of large amounts of drugs being smuggled into the country.

Fifth Phase Of Operation Matata

Operation Matata this week entered its fifth phase of operation, which led to the arrest of eight gang members, including the president and other members

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