By Innocent Chunga

Nkhotakota, February 22, Mana: Police at Nkhunga in Dwangwa in the lakeshore district of Nkhotakota have arrested Frank Malunga, 28, on suspicion that he was found in possession of cannabis sativa (chamba).

In an interview with Malawi News Agency on Wednesday, Public Relations Officer for Nkhunga Police Station, Andrew Kamanga, said in the wee hours of February 16 this year, police officers found a Toyota Town Ance motor vehicle registration number CK10352 abandoned at Dema area at Dwangwa along the M5 road while loaded with six and a half large bales of cannabis sativa, following a tip from members of the community.

He said through intelligence collection, police on February 20 this year, arrested Frank Malunga, 28, on allegations that he was the vehicle operator on that day and was heading to Dwambadzi Bridge.

"We can confirm that we have arrested Malunga; after investigations he will appear before the court to answer charges of being found in possession of cannabis sativa contrary to section 19 subsection 1 of the Dangerous Drug Act," said Kamanga.

Meanwhile, police have appreciated the public for their support in the fight against crime and the use of dangerous drugs in the area.

Malunga hails from Mbuna Village in the area of Senior Chief Kanyenda in Nkhotakota District.