Police seized half a kilo of methamphetamine worth about $150,000 during a raid in Christchurch on Friday.

Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Brad Grainger said the Canterbury Major and Organised Crime Unit executed the raid at a Lyttleton St property.

“Police located and seized approximately 505 grams of methamphetamine, with an estimated street value of more than $150,000.”

He said a 54-year-old man appeared in Christchurch District Court on Saturday, charged with possession of methamphetamine for supply.

“This seizure will prevent a significant quantity of methamphetamine from reaching our community. 

“We see firsthand the harm this can cause our community and every seizure represents fewer opportunities for organised criminal groups to profit from the harm caused.”

— Allied Media