Crime

Malolo man arrested over bribery and drugs

Josefa Sigavolavola Multimedia Journalist [email protected]

December 24, 2025 2:09 pm

A 28-year-old man from Malolo is in Police custody for allegedly attempting to bribe a public servant and for being in possession of illicit drugs.

The man was arrested in Nadi today following a police search, during which officers allegedly found a zip-lock plastic bag containing a white substance believed to be methamphetamine.

Police say that following his arrest, the suspect then attempted to bribe one of the officers by offering $500 for his release.

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Investigations into the matter are continuing.

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