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    A Masterton man's been arrested for attempting to smuggle millions of dollars worth of methamphetamine through the mail

    A Masterton man's been arrested for attempting to smuggle millions of dollars worth of methamphetamine through the mail


    Customs intercepted 10 packages, estimated to hold 10 kilos of meth - sent to addresses across the country by mail and airfreight.

    Some drugs were concealed in a painting and roller-skate knee-pads.

    The 43-year-old is due to appear in Masterton District Court today.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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