Police Arrest 22 People in Major Sydney Crime Crackdown, Seize Drugs, Stolen Cars and Exotic Snakes
By Chloe · Published 30 Oct 2026 · Updated 30 Oct 2026
Mount Druitt, NSW
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Police Arrest 22 People in Major Sydney Crime Crackdown, Seize Drugs, Stolen Cars and Exotic Snakes - Mount Druitt, NSW
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A two-day police operation across Sydney's western suburbs resulted in 22 arrests, more than 45 charges and the seizure of stolen vehicles, prohibited drugs, knives, trail bikes and two exotic snakes.
New South Wales Police have arrested 22 people and laid more than 45 charges during a major crime crackdown across Sydney's western suburbs. The operation, known as Operation Socii, targeted suspected criminal activities in the Mount Druitt area and resulted in the seizure of drugs, stolen vehicles, weapons and other prohibited items.
Police conducted the operation between Wednesday 28 October and Thursday 29 October 2026. Officers carried out multiple search warrants, firearm prohibition order compliance checks and a large-scale knife detection operation across several locations.
Operation Socii was established in July 2025 to address ongoing crime and community safety concerns in the Mount Druitt region. Its priorities include antisocial behaviour, street-level offences, domestic violence and robbery-related incidents.
The latest operation involved officers from Mount Druitt Police Area Command, supported by specialist units and neighbouring police commands. These included the Dog Squad, Raptor Squad, Public Order and Riot Squad, Traffic and Highway Patrol Command and Domestic and Family Violence Command.
Across the two days, police arrested 22 people and charged them with more than 45 offences. The alleged offences included shoplifting, trespassing, possession of knives, drug offences and breaches of apprehended domestic violence orders.
During the searches, officers seized four knives, two trail bikes, two stolen cars, a stolen handbag and various prohibited drugs. Police also recovered an imitation firearm, counterfeit notes, suspected stolen property and other items requiring further investigation.
One significant incident occurred at a property on Palmerston Road in Mount Druitt, where officers conducted a firearm prohibition order compliance search. Police allegedly located methylamphetamine, other prohibited drugs, prescription medication, electronic devices, counterfeit money and suspected stolen property.
A 31-year-old man was arrested at the property and subsequently charged with several alleged drug, firearm and property-related offences. Police also seized two vehicles that had previously been reported stolen.
In another search at a residence in Lethbridge Park, officers allegedly located an imitation firearm and two exotic snakes, identified as a corn snake and a carpet python. Authorities seized the animals during the investigation.
Police also conducted 54 apprehended domestic violence order compliance checks during the operation. Seven people were charged over alleged breaches of those orders.
Retail businesses were included in the crackdown through a loss prevention operation conducted with store security personnel. This activity resulted in another 10 people being charged with alleged stealing, trespassing, drug, knife and bail offences.
Road safety was another important part of the operation. Traffic and Highway Patrol officers conducted 230 random breath tests and issued 58 traffic infringement notices. Five people were also charged following traffic-related investigations.
The operation demonstrates the coordinated approach being used by NSW Police to address suspected criminal activity and improve community safety in western Sydney.
Police investigations into several seized items and incidents are continuing. Those charged will face the relevant court proceedings, and the allegations will need to be established through the legal process.
The crackdown highlights the continuing efforts of authorities to address drugs, weapons, theft and antisocial behaviour in communities across New South Wales.
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New South Wales Police have arrested 22 people and laid more than 45 charges during a major crime crackdown across Sydney's western suburbs. The operation, known as Operation Socii, targeted suspected criminal activities in the Mount Druitt area and resulted in the seizure of drugs, stolen vehicles, weapons and other prohibited items.
Police conducted the operation between Wednesday 28 October and Thursday 29 October 2026. Officers carried out multiple search warrants, firearm prohibition order compliance checks and a large-scale knife detection operation across several locations.
Operation Socii was established in July 2025 to address ongoing crime and community safety concerns in the Mount Druitt region. Its priorities include antisocial behaviour, street-level offences, domestic violence and robbery-related incidents.
The latest operation involved officers from Mount Druitt Police Area Command, supported by specialist units and neighbouring police commands. These included the Dog Squad, Raptor Squad, Public Order and Riot Squad, Traffic and Highway Patrol Command and Domestic and Family Violence Command.
Across the two days, police arrested 22 people and charged them with more than 45 offences. The alleged offences included shoplifting, trespassing, possession of knives, drug offences and breaches of apprehended domestic violence orders.
During the searches, officers seized four knives, two trail bikes, two stolen cars, a stolen handbag and various prohibited drugs. Police also recovered an imitation firearm, counterfeit notes, suspected stolen property and other items requiring further investigation.
One significant incident occurred at a property on Palmerston Road in Mount Druitt, where officers conducted a firearm prohibition order compliance search. Police allegedly located methylamphetamine, other prohibited drugs, prescription medication, electronic devices, counterfeit money and suspected stolen property.
A 31-year-old man was arrested at the property and subsequently charged with several alleged drug, firearm and property-related offences. Police also seized two vehicles that had previously been reported stolen.
In another search at a residence in Lethbridge Park, officers allegedly located an imitation firearm and two exotic snakes, identified as a corn snake and a carpet python. Authorities seized the animals during the investigation.
Police also conducted 54 apprehended domestic violence order compliance checks during the operation. Seven people were charged over alleged breaches of those orders.
Retail businesses were included in the crackdown through a loss prevention operation conducted with store security personnel. This activity resulted in another 10 people being charged with alleged stealing, trespassing, drug, knife and bail offences.
Road safety was another important part of the operation. Traffic and Highway Patrol officers conducted 230 random breath tests and issued 58 traffic infringement notices. Five people were also charged following traffic-related investigations.
The operation demonstrates the coordinated approach being used by NSW Police to address suspected criminal activity and improve community safety in western Sydney.
Police investigations into several seized items and incidents are continuing. Those charged will face the relevant court proceedings, and the allegations will need to be established through the legal process.
The crackdown highlights the continuing efforts of authorities to address drugs, weapons, theft and antisocial behaviour in communities across New South Wales.
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