CANBERRA, ACT, March 14 -- Australian Federal Police issued the following media release:
This is a joint media release between Australian Federal Police and Australian Border Force
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A man has appeared in Perth Magistrates Court yesterday (13 March, 2026) charged with allegedly importing a sheet of Dr Seuss-themed Lysergic Acid Diethylanide (LSD) tabs into Perth.
Australian Border Force (ABF) officers selected the man, 25, for a baggage examination after he arrived at Perth Airport on an international flight on 12 March, 2026.
During an examination of his luggage, ABF officers allegedly located a sheet of 80 tabs - printed with a Dr Seuss theme - concealed inside a book.
Presumptive testing allegedly returned a positive indication for LSD.
During the search of the luggage, officers also allegedly found 33 vials of peptides, a large quantity of cigarettes, scales, syringes, and a small plastic bottle with the label scratched off, which contained 54 tablets.
Presumptive testing of the tablets allegedly returned a positive indication for dexamphetamine.
The ABF reported the matter to AFP investigators, who charged the man with one count of importing a border-controlled drug, contrary to section 307(3) of the Criminal Code (Cth).
The offence carries a maximum penalty 10 years' imprisonment.
Investigations into the other items are ongoing.
AFP Acting Inspector Gabby Adam said the AFP worked closely with the ABF to stop dangerous drugs like LSD from coming into Australia.
"This is a highly-hallucinogenic drug which can have long term consequences for the user," a/Insp Adam said.
"Anyone using a substance like this is risking their health and the AFP's partnership with the ABF is vital in locating these kinds of drugs at the border before they can reach our community."
ABF Inspector John Sweet said ABF officers are highly trained to identify suspicious behaviour and items, no matter how offenders attempt to conceal them.
"Even small quantities of border‑controlled drugs have serious consequences, to both users and their community," Insp Sweet said.
"Anyone thinking of importing drugs through our airports should understand that the ABF has sophisticated targeting methods and highly skilled officers, and we will intercept these substances at the border."
Note to media:
Media are encouraged to include help-seeking information in stories about illicit drugs to minimise any negative impact on people in the community. The following services provide people with access to support and information.
* For free and confidential advice about alcohol and other drug treatment services call the National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline on 1800 250 015.
* Access free 24/7 drug and alcohol counselling online.
* For information about drug and alcohol addiction treatment or support, go to the Turning Point website.
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