Three men who were found with white substances believed to be methamphetamine were arrested in Kinoya by a team of officers on patrol last night.

They were arrested after 9pm along Tivi Road.

Police say the three were travelling in a private car when they were stopped and searched.

Police say two small plastic bags containing crystal-like substances and dried leaves all believed to be illicit drugs were discovered.

The three suspects are a 33-year-old man of Lovoni Settlement in Nadera, a 28-year-old man of Duvula Road in Nadera and a 28-year-old of Derrick Street in Raiwaqa.

All three are in custody at the Valelevu Police Station as investigations continue.