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Ayr CIB has maintained active enforcement in the Burdekin region over the past two weeks, with multiple charges, court appearances, and diversion notices issued.
On 26 October, a 44-year-old Home Hill man was charged with four counts of possessing child exploitation material. He is scheduled to appear in Ayr Magistrates Court on 15 December.
Drug-related offences have also been a focus. On 2 November, a 49-year-old Ayr man received a drug diversion after being found in possession of methamphetamine and cannabis. The following day, a 37-year-old Ayr man was issued a Notice to Appear in Court for possession of methamphetamine, while a 43-year-old man received a similar drug diversion.
Other offences included a 39-year-old Ayr woman, issued a Notice to Appear for possession of drug utensils and a knife in a public place, and a 43-year-old Ayr woman charged with weapons offences after being found with knuckledusters. On 4 November, a 49-year-old man was arrested for producing and possessing dangerous drugs, as well as failing to take reasonable care, while a 48-year-old man received a Notice to Appear for cannabis possession.
On 6 November, a 36-year-old Ayr man received a drug warning for possession of dangerous drugs and drug utensils. Police continue to urge community vigilance and compliance with local laws.