Jamil Hopoate

Former Broncos player Jamil Hopoate charged after $155 million cocaine pursuit

The 26-year-old was arrested on Tuesday after an alleged pursuit in Sydney.

Published by
Mitch Keating

Former Brisbane Broncos player Jamil Hopoate has been charged with supply large commercial quantity of cocaine and using a vehicle to avoid apprehension and is now facing prison time.

As reported by 7 News, the 26-year-old was arrested on Tuesday after emergency services were contacted on multiple occasions amidst an alleged pursuit near Sydney' Port Botany.

NSW Police's Organised Crime Squad reportedly had a truck under surveillance that possessed 514kg of white powder in what is a reported $155 million cocaine drug bust.

It is understood that Hopoate allegedly looked to flee from police in a truck containing cocaine before continuing on foot.

Hopoate will face court on Wednesday and is understood to be one of three people charged.

Published by
Mitch Keating