Two men aged 35 and 41 have been arrested after police stopped and searched a vehicle along the Natabua seaside, where dried leaves believed to be marijuana were seized.
Additionally, several syringes and zip-lock bags were also confiscated.
The two men have been taken into custody as investigations continue.
Assistant Commissioner of Police – Operations (ACP) Livai Driu stated that Police K9 capabilities, supported by the Fiji Police Detector Dog Unit (FDDU), are regularly deployed to assist with special and routine operations.
ACP Driu mentioned that snap checks are being conducted not only to target drugs but also to help in detecting other crimes.
He acknowledged the support of agencies such as the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service and New Zealand Police, emphasizing their collaborative efforts to keep the nation and region safe from crime.