Time is up for drug dealers in Launceston, with Crime Stoppers calling on local residents to report information about those manufacturing and distributing crystal methylamphetamine (‘ice’) and other illicit drugs.
Crime Stoppers will be targeting the Launceston region for a two week intensive Dob in a Dealer campaign from Wednesday 29 June to gather information about local drug dealing activity.
The Crime Stoppers Dob in a Dealer program is being rolled out across Australia to aid in the detection and disruption of drugs being supplied across the state.
The campaign against drugs in Tasmania got underway in Burnie in March and will continue to roll out across the State over the coming months.
Residents are urged to contact Crime Stoppers to anonymously report any information relating to people who may be bringing harmful drugs into the local community.
“We know that drugs like ice or methylamphetamines are of serious concern to the community”, Crime Stoppers Chair, Amanda Castray said.
“The community are well aware of the devastating effects of ice so we are asking all residents to help put a stop to the flow of drugs. Halting the spread of ice requires a whole-of-community response and Dob in a Dealer is specifically aimed at stopping the manufacture and supply of drugs.”
“Crime Stoppers is committed to working with Tasmania Police, the media and local residents to gather anonymous information that can help to reduce drug supply and drug related crimes and help keep the community safe,” Ms Castray said.
“Local residents often hold the key to information that can help reduce crime. We are asking residents in Launceston to play an active role and report those people that are bringing harmful drugs into the region. “Making a report to Crime Stoppers is completely confidential. You will never be identified or called up for a court case, but every piece of information you provide can help solve crimes and reduce supply.”
Crime Stoppers is a not for profit organisation. Help us keep your family & community safe. Any information is anonymous so if you see something, say something. Call 1800 333 000. Contact Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000 for further information.
If you think you have information about someone in your community who is manufacturing or supplying drugs, call Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1800 333 000.
Crime Stoppers is focused on gathering information to stop the supply and manufacture of drugs. If you or someone you know is affected by drug use or addiction, please contact support services such as Family Drug Help on 1300 660 068 or Youth Support and Advocacy Service on 1800 014 446.