Broome Detectives have charged a 44-year-old Halls Creek man after an investigation into the alleged unlawful sale and supply of alcohol across the Kimberley.

Police allege that between October 2024 and July 2025 the man bought large quantities of alcohol from a Darwin liquor store and resold it at significantly inflated prices in Halls Creek and nearby dry communities — a practice known as sly grogging.

Investigators say more than 450 cartons of beer, 40 bottles of champagne and 115 bottles of rum were purchased during that period, worth about $45,000. Police also allege the man received more than 450 electronic transfers totalling $140,000, as well as more than $30,000 in cash deposits believed to be linked to alcohol sales.

The man has been charged with one count of receiving, possessing or dealing with money or property that is the proceeds of an offence. He has been bailed to appear in the Halls Creek Magistrates Court on 16 December 2025.

Police say the investigation is ongoing, and detectives are working with Northern Territory Police and other agencies to identify further people involved in supplying alcohol into restricted communities.

Kimberley District Superintendent John Hutchison said alcohol remained a major factor in serious offending across the region.

"Alcohol-fuelled violence and crimes committed by people seeking funds to purchase alcohol affect the entire community," he said.

"This type of offending exploits vulnerable communities and fuels harm. We will continue to target those profiting from illegal alcohol sales and hold them accountable."