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TWO men have been charged following a police operation targeting an alleged car theft ring in Central Victoria.<\/p>\n

Officers from the Bendigo Divisional Response Unit executed a search warrant at a Bendigo motel on Wednesday, arresting the pair as part of an ongoing investigation.<\/p>\n

During the search, investigators allegedly located a stolen Toyota along with a quantity of methamphetamine, about $13,000 in cash, prescription medications, a police identity badge and electronic items believed to be used in organised vehicle theft.<\/p>\n

Police allege the items are linked to a broader network involved in stealing and trafficking vehicles across the region.<\/p>\n

A 19-year-old man from Long Gully has been charged with trafficking a commercial quantity of methylamphetamine and dealing in the proceeds of crime.<\/p>\n

A 31-year-old man from Jackass Flat has been charged with trafficking a commercial quantity of methylamphetamine, dealing in the proceeds of crime, four counts of motor vehicle theft and possessing Victoria Police identification without authorisation.<\/p>\n

Both men were remanded in custody and are scheduled to appear before Bendigo Magistrates\u2019 Court on 23 April.<\/p>\n

The arrests form part of a continued effort by local police to disrupt organised crime activity in Central Victoria, particularly offences linked to vehicle theft and drug trafficking.<\/p>\n

Investigations remain ongoing.<\/p>\n

Anyone with information about criminal activity is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit crimestoppersvic.com.au.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

TWO men have been charged following a police operation targeting an alleged car theft ring in Central Victoria. Officers from the Bendigo Divisional Response Unit executed a search warrant at a Bendigo motel on Wednesday, arresting the pair as part of an ongoing investigation. During the search, investigators allegedly located a stolen Toyota along with […]<\/p>\n

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