A father and his son are in custody after illicit drugs and utensils were found in their possession.
Police said the 42-year-old man along with his 14-year-old son were arrested and charged for possession of illicit drugs and utensils following a police search of their residence at Popua.
Police seized 10 packs of methamphetamine (11.72 grams), five packs of cannabis (33.34 grams), drug utensils, and TOP$395 cash.
Stolen items were also recovered from this Popua residence, which helped solve several burglary cases that Police were investigating.
The 42-year-old male is also charged for reckless driving after a hit-and-run incident.
On Friday 25 August 2023 Police raided a house at Hofoa where they arrested a 28-year-old male and a 25-year-old female of Hofoa for distributing illicit drugs.
Items seized along with the pair included 15 packs of methamphetamine (4.89 grams), a pack of cannabis, drug utensils, and TOP$650 cash.
Acting Deputy Commissioner Operations Kalisi Tohifolau acknowledges the responsible Police teams and the public for their collaborative efforts to bring forward those involved in illicit drug supply.
She said that, “Drugs and alcohol are drivers of crime; they have contributed to the recent spike in housebreakings and thefts. Tonga Police will continue to bring before the courts those who are involved in distributing and selling of illicit drugs as to minimize harm to our people and communities.”
