Police executed a warrant in Lilydale as part of a long-running investigation into alleged drug-trafficking in licensed venues.
Melbourne Divisional Response Unit detectives executed search warrants about 5am on Tuesday 17 July in Lilydale, Wantirna and Northcote.
They arrested four men and seized drugs, including cocaine, as well as cash.
Detective Inspector Stephen Cooper said there was no room for illicit drug trading within the community.
“We know the impact illicit drugs can and do have within our society, particularly on our most vulnerable,” Det Insp Cooper said.
“There is zero tolerance for this type of behaviour and individuals who feel they are above the law.
“We will continue focusing our efforts on detecting and stopping those who choose to bring these harmful substances into our streets and licensed venues to ultimately minimise the damage they cause.”
Two men arrested at the Lilydale address, aged 29 and 30, were assisting police with their inquiries.
Police charged the two men arrested at the Northcote address, aged 27 and 30, with trafficking cocaine and possessing cocaine and proceeds of crime.
They were bailed to appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 6 September.
