This year, law enforcement has made significant strides in addressing drug-related offenses, with a total of 18 arrests for possession of illicit drugs. Among those apprehended are two juvenile students, who were taken into custody on New Year’s Day, and a female detained earlier today.
On January 1st, a 17-year-old student from Lami Village was caught with a clear zip lock bag containing dried leaves and five additional sachets believed to be marijuana. His 16-year-old classmate from Nauluvatu was also arrested on the same day, found with 11 sachets of the same substance.
Various individuals from different backgrounds have been arrested in connection with drug possession. A 30-year-old baker from Wailea was apprehended with six sachets, while a 35-year-old farmer from Kilikoso, Labasa was found with nine sachets. Additionally, a 42-year-old man from Qelewaqa Labasa was detained after being found with dried leaves at the Labasa market taxi stand.
The police continued their efforts on January 2nd, impounding a 35-year-old farmer from Nakoba Village with three sachets and a 32-year-old laborer from Naodamu with nine sachets, both arrested at the Labasa Market. A 40-year-old man from Qelewaqa was arrested at the Labasa Bus Stand with 11 sachets, while a 40-year-old chef from Valebasoga was nabbed for possessing four sachets.
On January 3rd, four young men were arrested along the Queens Road at Velovelo, Lautoka, for possessing 48 sachets believed to be marijuana. The following day, a 58-year-old man along Reservoir Road in Suva was also arrested with eight sachets, and a 26-year-old bulk boy was detained in Kinoya for carrying two. In Tuvavesi, police discovered a stash of 334 green plants believed to be marijuana during a training exercise.
Highlighting the ongoing struggle against illicit drug use, Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations (ACPO) Livai Driu emphasized the importance of community support in combating this issue. He pointed out the valuable information received from local leaders and groups who are determined to protect the youth’s future from the negative impacts of drug use. “We will continue with the war against drugs, but we cannot do it alone. We need everyone’s support,” he noted.
In summary, the article underscores an active police campaign to combat drug-related crime, stressing community involvement and the importance of protecting future generations from the dangers of drug abuse. With an unwavering commitment to this battle, there is hope that collaboration between law enforcement and community members will lead to a safer environment.
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