The Netherlands is requesting the extradition of a Maltese man over offences related to trafficking 10 kilogrammes of cannabis.

Darren Alfred Vassallo La Rosa, 36, who holds a British passport, appeared in court yesterday on the strength of a European arrest warrant requesting his extradition.

Defence Lawyer Stephen Tonna Lowell told Magistrate Doreen Clarke his client would "probably" surrender himself in the Netherlands to contest the charges there. He faces up to six months' imprisonment if found guilty.

Mr Vassallo was remanded in custody after being denied bail.

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