The police said today that four men are under arrest for human trafficking and the importation of drugs on boats.

"The police are pleased to report that after months of investigation, it had enough evidence to arrest and investigate a 45-year-old man from Naxxar and a 39-year-old man from Mosta in connection with the importation of cannabis on boats, and the transport of illegal immigrants," the police said.

The police added that another man, 59 from Mellieha and his son, 34 of Attard, had been arrested for the importation and trafficking of the same drug.

Arraignments are expected in the coming hours.

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