# Drug-related arrests in New South Wales

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/drug-related-arrests-in-new-south-wales
> Updated: 2026-09-14T06:42:12.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

In late August 2026, police in Parkes arrested a 46-year-old woman following a welfare concern at a residence. During the encounter, officers reported that the woman resisted arrest and struck an officer with an object, necessitating the use of capsicum spray. A search of the property led to the seizure of methamphetamine, cannabis, a drug ledger, and eight mobile phones.

In mid-September 2026, a separate incident occurred on the New England Highway near Scone, where a 49-year-old woman was arrested after a roadside drug test. Following a positive test for methamphetamine, police searched the vehicle and reportedly found 56.6 grams of a crystal-like substance believed to be methamphetamine, a glass pipe, and $500 in cash.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-14: Police arrest woman after methamphetamine found during roadside test

A 49-year-old woman faces drug possession and supply charges after police allegedly found 56.6 grams of methamphetamine and $500 in cash during a roadside test near Scone.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/police-arrest-woman-after-methamphetamine-found-during-roadside-test

### 2026-08-25: Parkes police seize drugs and phones after arrest

A 46-year-old woman faces drug and assault charges after a police raid in Parkes, Australia, where officers seized methamphetamine, cannabis, and a drug ledger.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/parkes-police-raid-uncovers-drugs-and-ledger-after-altercation

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