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Northern suburbs man arrested over child exploitation material
Publish date: 31.10.2017 This is a joint media release between the AFP and SA Police
MOREMan charged with Commonwealth fraud offences
Publish date: 31.10.2017 The Australian Federal Police (AFP) has charged a 76-year-old Sydney man with Commonwealth fraud offences, following a complex eight-year investigation.
MOREPolice operation nets 33kgs of drugs, two arrested
Publish date: 27.10.2017 A police operation targeting parcel post importations in Victoria has resulted in the seizure of over 33 kilograms of border controlled drugs and two arrests.
MOREMedia Statement from AFP Commissioner Andrew Colvin
Publish date: 26.10.2017 The AFP has this week been the subject of commentary and innuendo regarding its independence and the ability of AFP members to carry out their work objectively and without political interference. The AFP requires the ongoing assistance and support of the public to serve the community in which we all live, and undertakes its activities without fear or favour. The AFP rejects in the strongest terms any suggestion to the contrary.
MOREOne million dollars seized in Sydney money laundering investigation
Publish date: 25.10.2017 Three people have been arrested in the Bankstown area this morning and charged with money laundering and dealing in the proceeds of crime offences.
MOREAFP responds to questions about resourcing and priorities
Publish date: 24.10.2017 The AFP is disappointed an internal working document, which sought to provide confidential operational advice and revealed operational sensitivities, has been made public as this undermines the AFP’s ability to ensure its resources are used efficiently, effectively and appropriately. This is now subject to a Professional Standards investigation.
MOREMelbourne man charged with supporting hostile activities in Syria
Publish date: 24.10.2017 A 43-year-old man will face Melbourne Magistrate’s Court today charged with supporting persons engaged in the Syrian conflict, following an investigation by members of the Victorian Joint Counter Terrorism Team (JCTT).
MOREBrazilian national charged with cocaine importation
Publish date: 18.10.2017 A 35-year-old Brazilian national has been charged with attempting to import approximately three kilograms of cocaine into Melbourne International Airport.
MOREAOC signs agreement with AFP for safety and security advice through to Tokyo 2020
Publish date: 17.10.2017 The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) has signed an agreement with the Australian Federal Police (AFP) to provide advice on the security and safety for all the Teams the AOC will send away through to the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
MOREMan charged for internal importation of methamphetamine
Publish date: 13.10.2017 A 35-year-old (Los Angeles) man is scheduled to appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court today charged with importing methamphetamine.A 35-year-old (Los Angeles) man is scheduled to appear in Brisbane Magistrates Court today charged with importing methamphetamine.
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