Man arrested for being possession of illicit drugs

An unemployed man of Tokotoko, Navua was arrested last night for being in possession of illicit drugs. 

The Fiji Police Force and the Fiji Dog Detector Unit (FDDU) searched the suspect’s home in Navua with a search warrant. 

K9 Herb was released to conduct search within the premises. 

K9 Herb then indicated the areas of interest which led to the discovery of dried leaves believed to be marijuana. 

Dried leaves were discovered underneath the mattress, bedroom wardrobe and under the kitchen table. 

A total of 171 dried plant believed to be marijuana was confiscated. 

The suspect is in Police custody as investigation continues.