DRUG SEIZURE

22nd April

Two men were arrested this morning in Savusavu following the discovery of illicit drugs believed to be marijuana, an outcome of a successful operation between Police and the Land Transport Authority.

The seized substances estimated to be worth more than $10,000 included clear plastics and bullets containing dried leaves believed to be marijuana which was found inside a vehicle.

Two men aged 29 and 47 were arrested at the checkpoint manned by Police and LTA officers that were erected between Urata and Nadomole in Savusavu.

The two are currently in custody while police are still searching for the third suspect who escaped from the checkpoint and is known to police.

Investigations continue.