A 20-year-old probationary police officer was arrested on Thursday, along with two other individuals, both 22 years old, regarding an ongoing drug case.

They were brought before the Nicosia district court, which issued an eight-day remand order.

The three men are facing charges of illegal drug possession and distribution, participation in a criminal organisation and money laundering.

“Combating corruption is our priority, and such incidents are unacceptable,” the police leadership said.