A 23-year-old man has been arrested in Nicosia, police said on Friday, after he collected a parcel containing 400g of cannabis.

He is being investigated for his involvement in the illegal importation and possession of drugs with intent to supply.

The package was identified on April 15 at a mail sorting centre during checks carried out by customs authorities and the police.

The parcel had arrived from abroad.

Investigations led to the suspect, who was located and arrested on Thursday afternoon.

Authorities said the case forms part of ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking through postal services, with inspections continuing at key distribution points.