Three men have been charged over what police suspect is an organised drug importing and money laundering scheme.
Bryan Walter Thomas Williams appeared in the Auckland District Court today to face money laundering and organised crime charges.
He entered no plea and was remanded on bail until later this month.
According to court documents, Williams helped launder more than $450,000, which police believe was the proceeds of a drug importing operation.
The Herald understands the alleged scheme may have ties to West Africa.