Police arrest accused Fatai cannabis dealer [1]
Friday, March 16, 2018 - 17:46. Updated on Saturday, March 17, 2018 - 13:28.
A 49-year-old man was arrested at his home, at the village of Fatai at 7:00pm on Wednesday, March 14, during an ongoing police operation against the sale and supply of cannabis.
Acting Chief Superintendent Tevita Vailea said today that the police were tipped-off, alleging that the accused was selling drugs at his home.
Criminal Investigation Unit officers moved in quickly and arrested the accused and recovered cannabis plant material, packaged in anticipation of sale and over $1,000 cash. The man remains in custody charged with possession of the illicit drug, he said.
“This type of criminal activity causes significant harm to our community and police are vigilant and committed to eliminate this type of criminal activity."
"He said that Police will continue to work with the community to prevent the harm illicit drugs cause and the ongoing criminal activity associated with their use. "Operations like this help protect our families and prevent further harm," he said.