Drug & Precursor Trafficking: A Field Guide for Frontline Officers

Drug & Precursor Trafficking: A Field Guide for Frontline Officers is a practical resource designed to support law enforcement personnel in identifying, investigating and responding to drug trafficking and the illicit movement of precursor chemicals used in drug manufacture.

Recognising the significant challenges posed by transnational drug trafficking, the guide provides quick-reference tools to help frontline officers handle suspected trafficking cases safely, professionally and effectively.

The guide covers 20 operational topics, including intelligence gathering and sharing, managing informants, risk assessment, surveillance, controlled deliveries, crime scene management, forensic considerations, evidence preservation, financial investigations and suspect interviews. It also provides reference information on drugs, precursor chemicals and laboratory equipment.

Designed for use during operational duties, the resource aims to strengthen frontline officers' investigative capabilities, support evidence-based decision-making and promote effective responses to drug and precursor trafficking.