Two Libyan nationals have been arrested in Marsalforn in connection with drug trafficking in Gozo.

Police said in a statement that they had observed the two men, aged 36 and 35, passing on sachets to other individuals.

They were arrested inside a residence in Triq il-Wied Marsalforn, where a search yielded several packets of white substance, suspected to be cocaine, with a market value of around €5,000, as well as some €4,000 in cash, together with various other items related to drug trafficking.

Police said that the men are expect to arraigned in court in the coming days.

Magistrate Dr Simone Grech is leading the inquiry.

Police investigations are ongoing.

Photos: Malta Police

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