Another major drug raid conducted at a prominent house that has been selling drugs for some time

Another major drug raid has been conducted at a prominent house which has been selling drugs for some time.

When questioned by Fijivillage on the Police officers surrounding the Mead Road house yesterday afternoon, Police Spokesperson, Ana Naisoro confirmed that the drug raid was underway.

Details are still sketchy however reports have been that a well known drug dealer is under investigation.

Meanwhile Police earlier raided a house in Rewa Street and seized 20 sachets of marijuana.

Commissioner, Sitiveni Qiliho confirmed that a man from the Rewa Street house is in custody and will be produced in court.

Police officers cut open the padlock to get into the house to seize the drugs as they had a search warrant with them.

Many people living along Rewa Street had earlier raised serious concern about drugs being sold from the house at Rewa Street.

When questioned by Fijivillage, Deputy Commissioner, ACP Rusiate Tudravu confirmed that one of the places that they were targeting was the house at Rewa Street.

He also called on members of the public to assist them in combating the marijuana trade in Fiji.

ACP Tudravu says that they also need the assistance of the public in providing them with photos and videos of any illegal dealings.

People can call Crime Stoppers on 919 or their nearest Police Post with any information.