P lab discovered near Invercargill

Invercargill police yesterday uncovered a P lab at Taramoa, 15km northwest of the southern city.

Detective Sergeant Mark McCloy said the property was searched yesterday and testing by Environmental and Scientific Research scientists today confirmed the property was being used to manufacture methamphetamine, also known as P.

"Also located was a large amount of stolen property, firearms, methamphetamine and a cannabis cultivation in progress," he said.

A 36-year-old Southland man has been charged with theft and drug offences, while a 33-year-old Christchurch man who was wanted for breaching his parole conditions has been recalled to prison.

Further charges would be laid against both men, Mr McCloy said.

- NZPA