The latest addition to the NSW Police Force’s Most Wanted list is a Sydney man connected to the Comancheros bikie gang.
Hakan Ayik, 31, who goes by the names Hakan Avik and Joseph Ayuk, is wanted after three arrest warrants were issued for charges linked to the supply of a significant quantity of heroin in Sydney.
A multi-million dollar crime syndicate was uncovered during investigations, leading to the seizure of over 28kg of heroin during Operation Hoffman. This heroin was estimated to have a potential street value of $32 million.
The warrants for Ayik’s arrest pertain not only to the seizure but also to the alleged supply of an additional 174kg of the drug, which is suspected to have been imported into the country with an estimated street value nearing $200 million.
Ayik departed Australia in February 2010 and arrived in Korea that July.
Detective Sergeant Gary Lowe mentioned, “He was arrested in Cyprus in late 2010 and was granted bail; however, his whereabouts have since remained unknown.”
Authorities are now asking anyone who has any information or knows his whereabouts to come forward.
Ayik is characterized as having Middle Eastern or Mediterranean features, standing between 175cm and 180cm tall, possessing a solid and muscular build, and having an olive complexion, brown eyes, and black hair.
Detectives remind the public that individuals who may have knowledge of Mr. Ayik’s location, or who might assist him in evading authorities, could face charges for obstructing a police investigation.
Established in 2009, Operation Hoffman includes officers from NSW Police, the Australian Federal Police, and the Australian Crime Commission to address drug importation and money laundering issues.
Anyone with information is encouraged to reach out to Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000, with all details handled with the utmost confidentiality.
