Cops’ surprise find puts drug lab on ice

POLICE have stumbled across a drug lab in Doveton last night while investigating an unrelated incident in the area.
Two men and a woman have been arrested after police found the clandestine laboratory, drug manufacturing equipment and a loaded shotgun while making routine inquiries at a Doveton Avenue house around 7pm on Wednesday.
A 48-year-old Rye man and a 21-year-old Doveton man were arrested in relation to the lab and are currently in custody, assisting police with their investigation.
A 38-year-old Doveton woman was also arrested and has been released pending further inquiries.
A crime scene guard was put in place overnight at the property, and detectives from the Clandestine Laboratory Squad are expected to investigate the site this morning.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au