Three men in custody for alleged possession of illicit drugs

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TWO men are in Police custody after they were allegedly found in possession of illicit drugs in Sigatoka yesterday.

Police have confirmed that a 19-year-old man of Nasama was allegedly found in possession of four sachets of dried leaves believed to be marijuana.

Police also said that a 17-year-old of Kulukulu was also in custody after he was found to be in possession of 12 sachets of dried leaves with him believed to be marijuana.

The drugs have been sent for analysis while investigations continue.

Police have also arrested a 34-year-old carpenter of Waimalika, Nadi, for allegedly being in possession of one sachet of dried leaves believed to be marijuana.

They have further stated that the man also had $136.10 cash on him.

Police have sent the drugs for analysis while the man remains in custody.

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