British actress Emaa Hussen has been charged in Australia after authorities accused her of involvement in a major methamphetamine smuggling operation worth nearly A$300 million.
The 34 year old actress appeared in a Sydney court after police charged her with attempting to import a commercial quantity of methamphetamine into Australia. If convicted, she could face life imprisonment.
Massive Drug Shipment Discovered at Sydney Port
Australian authorities launched an investigation in April after border officials detected suspicious items inside two shipping containers arriving from Ghana at Sydney’s Port Botany.
The containers were declared as carrying charcoal. However, X ray scans revealed unusual contents. Officers inspected the shipment and discovered a white crystalline substance hidden inside bags of charcoal.
Laboratory tests later confirmed the substance was methamphetamine.
Authorities seized approximately 320 kilograms of meth, with an estimated street value of A$296 million.
Police Allege Actress Supervised Shipment
Investigators claim Hussen visited a storage facility in Sydney’s western suburbs after the shipment arrived.
According to police, she supervised several men as they unloaded the containers. The group allegedly transferred multiple bags into a vehicle before transporting them to a property in Blacktown.
Police later arrested Hussen at the location. During the operation, officers also seized electronic devices and a notebook that may assist the investigation.
Other Suspects Also Charged
The investigation led to additional arrests in Adelaide, South Australia.
Police charged a 30 year old woman and a 32 year old man for allegedly using false identities to rent storage units connected to the shipment.
Authorities believe the storage facilities were intended to receive and hold the imported drugs.
Actress Known for TV and Film Roles
Emaa Hussen previously appeared as Naz in E20, a spin off of the popular TV show EastEnders.
She also acted alongside Jason Statham in the 2013 action thriller Hummingbird, which was released in the United States under the title Redemption.
Authorities Praise Drug Interception Effort
Australian Federal Police said the seizure prevented approximately 3.2 million potential drug deals from reaching communities across the country.
Officials praised border officers for identifying the concealed shipment and disrupting what they described as a significant criminal operation.
Authorities also noted that criminal networks often hide illegal substances inside everyday goods to avoid detection. Despite these efforts, investigators say advanced screening methods continue to play a key role in stopping large scale drug imports.
The case remains under investigation. Hussen remains in custody after being denied bail and is expected to return to court in August.
