3 men who were arrested for allegedly breaching curfew hours are also facing drug-related charges

Three men who were arrested for allegedly breaching curfew hours are also facing drug-related charges after they were allegedly found with white substances believed to be methamphetamine.

Police say the three were arrested in Nadonumai, Lami after officers found them sitting at an empty roadside market stall after 11pm.

They say a search conducted resulted in the discovery of plastic containing white crystals believed to be methamphetamine and sachets of dried leaves believed to be marijuana.

Police say they have also seized cash which is believed to have been gained from the sale of illicit substances.

The three remain in custody as investigations continue.