Police yesterday arrested the third suspect in a case of drug find in Savusavu, Vanua Levu, and he is now in custody.

Police spokesperson Ana Naisoro said the suspect was traveling with two others when they were stopped at a checkpoint between Urata and Nadomole in Savusavu.

She said the checkpoint was manned by Police and Land Transport Authority officers.

“Upon searching the vehicle, illicit drugs believed to be marijuana worth more than $10,000 was allegedly found inside the vehicle,” Ms Naisoro said.

Investigations are continuing.