Detective Inspector Grant Wormald, of OFCANZ, said today's arrests were the result of several months coordination with the FBI and US Department of Justice.
"The FBI contacted New Zealand police in early 2011 with a request to assist with their investigation into the Mega conspiracy," Wormald said.
"We were happy to provide this assistance. Staff from OFCANZ and New Zealand police have worked with the US authorities over recent months to effect today's successful operation.
"All the accused have been indicted in the United States. We will continue to work with the US authorities to assist with the extradition proceedings," he said.
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