The police yesterday arrested a man in Naxxar on suspicion of drug trafficking after they seized 1.3kg of heroin from him.

The Nigerian, 35, was found carrying a bag with 700g of suspected heroin. A search of his house in Leli Falzon Street revealed a similar amount.

Magistrate Doreen Clarke is heading an inquiry.

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