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Ashburton police have arrested two men, seized $200,000 in cash and uncovered a significant stash of firearms and cannabis after an operation targeting illegal drugs in the town.
A 55-year-old man will appear in court next week charged with cultivating cannabis, conspiring to deal with cannabis, and selling or supplying a firearm to a non-licensed holder.
Meanwhile, a 59-year-old man will appear next month charged with supplying cannabis, cultivating cannabis, possession of cannabis for supply, and unlawful possession of a firearm.
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Detective Senior Sergeant Leigh Jenkins said the investigation was ongoing and further charges could be laid.
"Ashburton Police charged two men and seized a significant quantity of firearms, drugs and cash following an operation in the town targeting illicit drugs," he said.
"Approximately $200,000 in cash, 14 firearms, 844 cannabis plants and 12.3 kilograms of cannabis head has been seized during the operation, as well as a substantial amount of equipment used for cannabis cultivation."