Broken Hill: 31-year-old man charged over commercial drug supply

A trio allegedly ran away from police into a cemetery before a man was charged with attempting to smuggle $250,000 worth of drugs across the NSW border.

A man has been charged with commercial drug supply in Broken Hill.

A man has been charged with commercial drug supply in Broken Hill on Tuesday and will appear in court on Wednesday.

Traffic and Highway Patrol Command charged the 31-year-old man who allegedly drove above the speed limit on Rakow St in Broken Hill.

Police spoke with the driver of the white van and his two female passengers.

They conducted a search of the boot which allegedly revealed a large amount of cannabis in sealed bags, believed to be 50kg - with a potential street value of $250,000.

The courthouse in Broken Hill. Photo: Mick Tsikas

Police allege the trio ran from the scene into a nearby cemetery.

The Adelaide driver was found a short time later and was taken to Broken Hill police station and charged with supply prohibited drug commercial quantity, possess prohibited drug and escape police custody.

He was refused bail to appear at Broken Hill Local Court on Wednesday.

Police want to speak with the two women who may be able to assist them with their inquiries - they are described as Asian women in their 30s.

Anyone with information is urged to call Broken Hill police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.