Melbourne airport staff accused of smuggling drugs for organised crime cartels

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Dozens of workers allegedly breached security checks, and air crew also accused of stashing illegal products in false bottom suitcases

Airport staff have been accused of working for organised criminals attempting to smuggle drugs into the state.

The probe discovered 70 staff at Melbourne Airport had breached security checks over the past 12 months, including some suspected of working within organised crime.Airline crew engaged in illicit drug use as well as distributing illegal drugs in Australia, according to Border Force. Two international crew members were found to be under the influence of illegal substances while on duty which led to the cancellation of at least one visa to Australia.

“ work closely with industry who have a vested interest in protecting and securing the aviation supply chain and are pivotal to safeguarding this environment,” she said.

 

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