A fed-up Perth supermarket owner has taken the extraordinary step of publicly shaming nearby chemists after his business became the unwitting host to regular midnight drug deals in his car park.
The Maddington IGA manager, who captured the illicit activity on his security cameras, says he's reached breaking point after months of witnessing the same concerning pattern unfold right outside his store.
'It's happening right under their noses,' the business owner told PerthNow, expressing frustration that neighbouring pharmacies appear either unaware or unwilling to address the issue.
Security footage reviewed by the publication shows multiple vehicles pulling into the IGA car park after hours, with occupants then proceeding to nearby chemists before returning to their cars to conduct suspicious transactions.
The supermarket owner reported observing this pattern unfold like clockwork, with the same vehicles and individuals appearing night after night around midnight.
Staff safety concerns have become paramount for the business owner, who worries about what might happen if his employees encounter the drug activity during late shifts or early morning stock deliveries.
'My staff shouldn't have to deal with this when they're just trying to do their jobs,' he said, highlighting the additional stress placed on his team.
The IGA operator has installed comprehensive security measures including high-definition cameras and improved lighting, but says these deterrents haven't been enough to stop the determined nighttime visitors.
Local residents have expressed support for the business owner's stance, with several confirming they've noticed increased late-night traffic in the area and suspicious behaviour in the shopping centre car park.
Police have been notified of the ongoing issue, though the IGA owner believes more direct action from the chemists involved could help resolve the situation more effectively.
The public call-out represents a desperate measure from a small business owner trying to protect his livelihood, his staff, and the broader community from the impacts of drug-related activity.
