Six people are facing drugs charges after Southland Police concluded Operation Mud Dog this week, targeting the supply and distribution of illicit drugs across the district.

Police executed four drug-related search warrants at addresses across Southland earlier this week, resulting in charges against six people for various drug supply offences.

Officers recovered approximately $61,000 in cash along with a range of illegal drugs including LSD, ketamine, MDMA, and cannabis.

Southland Police Sergeant Holly Mauheni says the operation sends a clear message that police will continue to target those profiting from drug-related harm in local communities.

"These results speak for themselves. This investigation started with sharp frontline policing and, following a routine arrest, we dug a little deeper," Mauheni said.

She says Operation Mud Dog involved multiple police teams working together.

"We worked closely with our Organised Crime Group, who drove the investigation forward and led the execution of the operation, with support from the same frontline team and CIB.

"It's a great example of different areas of Police coming together with a shared focus on holding offenders to account and reducing harm in our communities.

"We'll continue targeting those who profit from drugs and the harm they cause. That remains a clear priority for us."

In total, 30 charges have been filed relating to the supply of Class A, B and C controlled drugs.

Three men aged 18, 19, and 30 are due in Invercargill District Court on 2 June. A 33-year-old woman is due in court on 19 May, while a 30-year-old woman and 46-year-old man have been summonsed to appear at a later date.

Enquiries remain ongoing and further charges and arrests are likely.

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