Six arrests as Police continue crack down on drug dealers [1]
Wednesday, April 8, 2020 - 15:47. Updated on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 - 15:48.
Six men were arrested with 122 small packets of cannabis ready for sale at four different locations in Tongatapu on Saturday, April 4.
The Police Drug Enforcement Taskforce made the arrests at Kolonga, Havelu, Fanga and Patangata. This is part of ongoing operation, during the national lockdown targeting drug suppliers and dealers.
The men aged 20-59 years old were arrested, after the seizure of 104.3 grams of cannabis and over $600 pa’anga cash.
They remain in police custody after being charged with possession of the illicit drug as the investigation continues.
Police encourage the public to contact them if they have any information on drug offences and to keep communities safe.