Over the past two days, the police successfully carried out two arrests linked to alleged drug importation and trafficking, involving individuals operating within an international criminal network.In the first operation, a 54-year-old Dutch national was arrested shortly after arriving in Malta on 17th March on a flight from Brussels. Hidden in his trousers, authorities discovered approximately one kilogram of a substance suspected to be cocaine, with a street value exceeding €130,000.Extensive investigations revealed that the drugs were intended for a person who is allegedly the main suspect behind the trafficking operation in Malta. Following prolonged surveillance, the police arrested this individual yesterday afternoon in Msida. He is a 43-year-old Moroccan national.Searches conducted at his residence led to the seizure of more than €45,000 in cash, a Maserati vehicle, as well as watches, jewelry, clothing, shoes and branded handbags.A magisterial inquiry has been opened in connection with these arrests, led by Magistrate Philip Galea Farrugia.Both men remain in custody and are expected to appear in court today at approximately 11.30am before Magistrate Antoine Agius Bonnici.They will face charges of drug importation, possession, trafficking, money laundering, and organised crime.•