A 21-year-old Matraville man has been charged by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) over an alleged attempt to import a staggering 252kg of ‘pink cocaine’—a dangerous drug cocktail—into Australia.
The substance, also known as ‘tusi,’ typically combines ketamine, MDMA, and other chemicals, with little or no actual cocaine content.
The AFP’s investigation began in October 2024 when a consignment marked as industrial equipment, including an industrial saw, was intercepted en route to Castle Hill, NSW, and was found to contain ‘pink cocaine.’
Following the seizure, AFP officers conducted a controlled delivery on 6 November, during which the Matraville man allegedly accessed the shipment. He was promptly arrested in Coogee and charged with attempting to possess a commercial quantity of a controlled drug, a serious offence that carries a potential life sentence.
The man appeared at Downing Centre Local Court on 7 November, where he was formally denied bail. His next court appearance is set for 29 January 2025.
AFP Acting Superintendent Stuart Millen expressed concern over the growing presence of ‘pink cocaine’ in Australia, warning of its unpredictable and often deadly effects.
“This drug, misleadingly branded to attract users, carries severe risks like stroke, heart attack, and even death. Organised crime syndicates are exploiting users’ health for profit by marketing this hazardous cocktail,” Millen said.
This bust marks a significant setback for drug traffickers and keeps hundreds of kilograms of illicit substances off Australian streets.
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