Drug raids lead to arrest of 2 men in Labasa

Two men have been arrested in Wailevu, Labasa following a drug seizure where several bags of dried leaves believed to be marijuana were found.

Assistant Commissioner of Police – Operations Livai Driu says a 24-year-old man was arrested from his home while a 27-year-old man was arrested at the scene.

The seized substances have been sent for analysis.

ACP Driu says divisional surge operations covering known popular hangout spots for youths are being conducted.

He says they are clearing individuals seen loitering in places frequented by young people, as they are being targeted by drug pushers.

He further says areas of coverage also include learning institutions.

ACP Driu says the raid was made possible through community-shared information which demonstrates strong support in efforts to combat the illicit drug trade.

The Fiji Police Force urges anyone with information regarding the illicit drug trade to call the Crime Stoppers 919 line and assures that the information shared will be kept confidential.