Young Boys Sells Marijuana With Roti Parcels In Nadi

Police have reported finding marijuana in the bag of a young boy at Namaka in Nadi, while selling roti parcels.

This was highlighted by the officer in charge (OC) of Namaka Police District, Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Tupa Talemainiusiladi during a community consultation at Nasoso Village last week.

The young boy was caught by Police.

“It was known from his home that he came to sell roti parcels, but little did they know that he sold marijuana as well,” ASP Talemainiusiladi said.

“When asked by police, he said he also sells drugs.”

ASP Talemainiusiladi urged parents to be alert and cautious of what their children were engaged in. They should know of places their children go to and friends they are engaged with.

“It is about time that we talk about such things in our homes and churches,” he said.

The consultation was organised by the Attorney-General for the purpose of enlightening the general public about the various government services and programmes designed to directly benefit them. ASP Talemainiusiladi spoke of issues in Nadi and the role of police at Namaka.

Police Call For Support

Early this month, the Fiji Police Force urged parents and guardians to talk to their children about the consequences of getting involved in the illicit drugs trade.

Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations (ACP/O) Livai Driu made the call after three students were allegedly found with substances believed to be methamphetamine and marijuana in two schools.

The first incident was reported at the Raiwaqa Police Station involving a 17-year-old student who was allegedly found with white substances believed to be methamphetamine.

The second incident was reported at the Lautoka Police Station, involving two students both aged 16-years-old after they were found with dried leaves believed to be marijuana.

He said the discovery of drugs on students, should be a concern.

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