Man arrested in Marsaskala drug bust with six kilos of suspected cannabis

A man is currently in police custody as part of an ongoing investigation into drug importation. 

The arrest took place on Tuesday when the 22-year-old Latvian was intercepted while attempting to enter a residence in Marsaskala.

During a search of the property, authorities discovered approximately six kilograms of suspected cannabis. 

The arraignment is expected later today.

Magistrate Natasha Galea Sciberras is presiding over an inquiry into the matter, while investigations into the drug importation operation are underway.