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Mongrel Mob Leader and Partner with Income Under $15K Have Homes, Vehicles, and $63K in Cash Confiscated

Mongrel Mob Leader and Partner with Income Under K Have Homes, Vehicles, and K in Cash Confiscated
A prominent figure in a New Zealand crime syndicate and his partner, who collectively reported an annual legal income of only $NZ16,500 ($14,900), have had two properties, $NZ70,000 in cash ($63,200), three vehicles, and a motorcycle confiscated following charges of

dealing methamphetamine

Records from the IRD indicate that the man’s legitimate income averaged approximately $5,400 annually over the past six years.

Mongrel Mob Leader and Partner with Income Under K Have Homes, Vehicles, and K in Cash Confiscated
A leader of the Mongrel Mob and his partner have had thousands in cash, two houses, and three cars seized after being charged with dealing methamphetamine. (Supplied)

The partner’s legitimate income has been around $9,000 annually for the past seven years.

In March, police executed search warrants at several locations associated with the couple.

The man faces charges of possession of methamphetamine for supply, possession in an organized crime group, unlawful possession of a firearm, and failure to comply with obligations related to a computer.

From a Louis Vuitton handbag at a rented property, police seized $61,495 in cash, along with an additional $3,668 from other locations within the property.

Officers also recovered a money-counting machine, a handgun, ammunition, and several mobile phones.

Investigations of encrypted messages on the man’s devices revealed transactions involving 11kg of methamphetamine, valued at over $1.35 million.

The Mongrel Mob, an organized crime group, has chapters throughout New Zealand. (Stuff)

In addition to the cash, authorities confiscated two residences, a 1970 Ford Saloon, a 2013 Chevrolet Camaro, a 2016 Mazda ute, and a 2019 Harley Davidson.

The police commissioner sought a restraining order from New Zealand’s High Court for the confiscated items under the Criminal Proceeds (Recovery) Act.

Allegations state the couple maintained a lifestyle inconsistent with their income levels, which included luxurious vacations and extensive home renovations.

Justice Karen Grau stated there were sufficient grounds to suspect the couple had unlawfully profited from significant criminal activities, approving the restraining order that will remain in effect until July next year.

The next court appearance for the man is scheduled for February at Manukau District Court.