Nicholas Vella, 18, of Pembroke, was yesterday remanded in custody after he was charged with being in possession and trafficking 400 ecstasy tablets and being in possession of a small quantity of heroin.
Vella was further accused of being in possession of the drugs on Wednesday within 100 metres of a club or youth centre.
The court heard how the accused was arrested from Msida together with another person who is still being held by the police.
Police Inspector Nezren Grixti prosecuted. Dr Edward Gatt appeared for the accused.