A Christchurch gang associate has been charged with the possession of various drugs and an offensive weapon following a routine bail check at a Burnham home.

About 9:30am on Monday, police arrested the man, who was wanted for breaching bail at an address in Burnham.

Senior Constable Matt Barraclough said police smelt cannabis on the man and initiated a search, locating MDMA, cocaine, cash and items consistent with drug supply in his bag and vehicle.

The 27-year-old man is due to appear before the Christchurch District Court today charged with possession of an offensive weapon, possession of cocaine, possession of ecstasy, and participating in an organised criminal group, and breaching bail.

Enquiries are ongoing and further charges are being considered.

“Police continue to be out in the community ready to respond to any unlawful behaviour by gangs and anyone who believes that they are above the law,” said Barraclough.

“Police do not tolerate unlawful behaviour and we will continue to work hard to hold people to account,” he said.