Strike Force Trident Members have arrested and charged five people in relation to a crime spree involving methamphetamine and a series of unlawful entries on businesses in the Greater Darwin region between 13 and 18 December.

Detective Senior Sergeant Mark Stringer said alleged offenders had unlawfully entered nine businesses and stolen around $30,000 worth of money and property.

“Trident members executed a number of search warrants and have recovered the majority of stolen property and a significant quantity of methamphetamines.”

A 29-year-old Darwin City man will appear in Darwin Magistrate Court today charged with numerous unlawful entry and stealing offences.

A 36-year-old Alawa man has been charged with property and drug offences and bailed to appear on 23 January 2013.

A 26-year-old Darwin City woman will appear in Darwin Magistrates Court today in relation to the possession and supply of a large quantity of methamphetamine.

A 42-year-old Adelaide man has been issued a Notice to Appear in relation to property and drug offences.

A 24-year-old Casuarina man is in custody and assisting police with enquiries in relation to the crime spree.

Detective Senior Sergeant Stringer said, “This investigation clearly highlights the link between methamphetamine supply and use, and unlawful entry and stealing offences.  Police believe this group were planning to commit further offences on Darwin business premises.  This has been prevented by some really good police work”