Two men aged 27 and 29 were arrested in Savusavu this morning following the discovery of illicit drugs believed to be marijuana with an estimated value of more than $10,000.
Police say the discovery was an outcome of a successful operation between Police and the Land Transport Authority.
They say the seized substances which include plastic and bullets containing dried leaves believed to be marijuana were found inside a vehicle.
The two men were arrested at the checkpoint manned by Police and LTA officers that was erected between Urata and Nadomole in Savusavu.
Police say the two men are currently in custody while police are still searching for the third suspect who escaped from the checkpoint and is known to police.
