Police raid on Gozo residence leads to seizure of around 20 cannabis plants
Man, 27, in police custody over cultivation of more cannabis plants than allowed by law
31 March 2025, 1:08pm
Karl Azzopardi
Karl Azzopardi
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Searches led to the find of around 20 plants, cannabis seeds, and other items related to the cultivation of the plant (Photo: Malta Police)
A 27-year-old German man is in police custody after being caught in possession of around 20 cannabis plants at his Gozo residence.
The police said the investigation, which was being led by several sections from the corps, led to the man’s arrest.
Photo: Malta Police
Following surveillance on the residence in Triq ix-Xjuf ir-Riħ, in-Nadur, a warrant was obtained, and police raided the property.
Searches led to the find of around 20 plants, cannabis seeds, and other items related to the cultivation of the plant.
Photo: Malta Police
Duty magistrate Simone Grech is leading an inquiry.
Police investigations are ongoing, and the man, who is police custody, will be charged in the coming days.
Karl Azzopardi is Online Editor and an IGM press awards (Human Stories) winner of 2019
