Drug enforcement activities have increased in anticipation of the festive season to disrupt and destabilize the drug supply market.
In Savusavu, police recently arrested five individuals during drug raids after they were found with dried leaves suspected to be marijuana. Additionally, in the Central Division, a man in his 50s was taken into custody at a carrier stand for possessing similar substances.
In Nabua, authorities apprehended a man in his 20s on Mead Road who was discovered with multiple sachets of dried leaves, a plastic bag containing seeds believed to be marijuana, and a zip-lock bag with white crystals thought to be methamphetamine.
Furthermore, an 18-year-old was arrested in Sigatoka Town after police found him with over 50 dried branches and loose leaves that are suspected to be marijuana.
Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations, ACP Livai Driu, indicated that operations will also emphasize awareness in schools and communities. ACP Driu emphasized that proactive community policing is essential to reduce the impact of drugs on families and communities. He noted the importance of information sharing in supporting law enforcement’s efforts to combat drug supply.