Six arrests were made after the seizure of illicit drugs in various locations in Tongatapu over the past two-weeks.

The Police Drug Enforcement Taskforce arrested six men from Ngele'ia, Mataika, Popua, Tokomololo, Pili and Vaini, in continuing efforts to disrupt the supply of illicit drugs.

Deputy Police Commissioner Pelenatita Fe’ao Vaisuai said today that police seized 1.81 grams of methamphetamine, 15.93 grams of cannabis and drug utensils.

All six men have been charged and are to appear in court at the Magistrate's Court on a later date.

"These arrests show that those who are seeking to profit from the harm these drugs cause can continue to expect to be targeted by Police."

“Drugs have no place in our community; they destroy the lives of the users, harming our children and our communities. We hope these arrests will bring some reassurance to the community,” said the Deputy Commissioner.

She acknowledged the hard work and dedication of police staff who were involved in the seizures and their commitment to intercepting the supply of these harmful drugs..

She urged anyone who has information on drug dealing communities to contact Police.