POLICE raided properties linked to the Coffin Cheaters Outlaw Motorcycle Gang at Lower Dandenong Rd, Parkdale, Connewarra Av, Aspendale and a factory in Jarrah Drive Braeside, 5.30am, Friday.
The simultaneous search warrants relate to a Caulfield Divisional Response Unit investigation into alleged drug trafficking and liquor offences.
The raids allegedly uncovered drugs, weapons, quantity of cash and large amount of liquor.
A 58-year-old man from Windsor was arrested and was assisting police with their inquiries last week.
Police from Kingston were involved in the DRU raid alongside Caulfield and Prahran DRUs, Glen Eira Tasking Units, Echo Task Force, Razon, Operation Response Unit and the Dog Squad.
Southern Division Investigations Inspector John Cormack said it was believed the Coffin Cheaters had been operating a premise without a liquor licence.
“Our investigation has identified a factory in Braeside which includes a purpose-built bar,” Inspector Cormack said.
“We believe the bar is a place of assembly for the Coffin Cheaters and their associates.
“The community can be reassured that Victoria Police actively monitor OMCG activities and will investigate any illegal activities they are suspected of committing.
“Today’s operation is an example of our ability to detect, identify and disrupt alleged illegal activities being undertaken by outlaw motorcycle gangs within our area and draw upon whatever resources are needed.”
Anyone with any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at crimestoppersvic.com.au
First published in the Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News – 26 August 2015
