Christchurch man charged with importing methamphetamine in household items

Tuesday 17 June 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 17 Jun 2025, 5:49pm

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A 26-year-old Christchurch man faces four charges after methamphetamine was found hidden in a chess set, air fryers, and an e-bike battery. Customs investigations linked the man to multiple international mail seizures arriving from the United States since early 2024. He is due to appear in the Christchurch District Court on Tuesday.

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1. The Press via StuffTue 17 Jun 2025, 4:23pm

   Christchurch man, 26, charged with importing meth hidden in chess set, e-bike battery and air fryers (opens in new tab)

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2. 1NewsTue 17 Jun 2025, 5:49pm

   Checkmate: Arrest after Customs uncovers meth stashed in chess set (opens in new tab)