In New South Wales, Australia, police investigate a Brazilian diver's death near Port of Newcastle, with 54 kg of cocaine nearby, as part of an ongoing Organised Crime Squad investigation, two men charged.
Police in New South Wales, Australia are investigating the death of a Brazilian diver, Bruno Borges Martins, who was found unresponsive in the water near the Port of Newcastle with 54 kg of cocaine nearby in May 2022. The Organised Crime Squad, under Strike Force Groove, has been investigating the case and has executed a crime scene warrant at a Lurnea property, leading to the search of the premises and collecting forensic evidence. Two men have been charged in connection with the case, with one pleading guilty to people smuggling and importing a commercial quantity of cocaine. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers.