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Teenagers Arrested After Leaving Cannabis and Cash at Charity Shop
9 Mar
Summary
- Backpack left outside a charity shop contained 43.2g of marijuana.
- Thousands of New Zealand dollars, NZ$3,700, were found in the backpack.
- Two 16-year-olds were arrested after returning for the misplaced bag.
In New Zealand's Southland region, two 16-year-olds have been arrested following the discovery of a backpack containing illicit substances and a significant amount of cash outside a charity shop. The incident occurred on 18 February when the teenagers left the bag unattended while their vehicle was being serviced.
A volunteer at the charity shop alerted authorities after noticing a strong odor from the backpack. Upon inspection, several bags of marijuana, totaling 43.2g, and NZ$3,700 in banknotes were found. Police stated that recreational cannabis use and sale remain illegal in the country.
The pair were arrested upon their agitated return to locate the abandoned bag. A subsequent search of their vehicle revealed an air pistol and additional cash. Authorities have not yet disclosed details regarding charges or upcoming court appearances, adhering to strict reporting rules for youth court cases in New Zealand.
