MORE than $140,000 worth of the drug ice has been seized in Tamworth as well as $70,000 in cash after a bizarre incident overnight.
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The Oxley Proactive Crime Team (PCT) were patrolling for break-in offences when they spotted a Toyota Tarago with its headlights on and the motor running.
The car was parked in Aberdeen Street, near Gunnedah Road, about 11.30pm, but there was no one in the driver's seat.
The car caught the attention of police, who stopped and spoke with a woman and two men inside.
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Police then said they had cause to search the Tarago, and inside it, they allege they uncovered $71,000 in cash, as well as 143g of what they said is methylamphetamine, or ice.
Oxley Detective Acting Inspector Jason Darcy said police were on patrol as part of Operation Southbreak.
"Police were out patrolling the street in response to property crime when the car caught the attention of officers," he told the Leader.
"Now, the drugs discovered have an estimated potential street value of $143,000.
"That is a significant quantity of drugs off the street now as a result of this proactive patrol."
A 48-year-old woman, who police will allege was the driver of the car, returned to the vehicle and all four were arrested.
They were taken to Tamworth Police Station for questioning.
A 27-year-old woman, along with two men, aged 28 and 40, are facing charges of dealing with the property that is the suspected proceeds of crime; taking part in the supply of drugs; and participating in a criminal group.
The driver, a 48-year-old woman, is accused of dealing with the proceeds of crime.
All four have been refused bail to front Tamworth Local Court.
Police said the drugs and cash have been seized and investigations are continuing.
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