Police have arrested a man in connection to an offshore illicit tobacco syndicate leader involved in serious and organised crime.
A search warrant was executed at a residential address in Wollert about 1pm on Monday 27 October where a 57-year-old Wollert man was taken into custody.
Investigators believe the man is a family member of an offshore syndicate leader and is likely the onshore lieutenant for his criminality in both Victoria and Australia including arson, extortions and unexplained wealth.
A quantity of cash and three mobile phones were seized from the address and the Wollert man is expected to be charged on summons.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information on serious and organised crime linked to the illicit tobacco trade is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppers.com.au.
