Two men have denied charges relating to the discovery of a kilogram of heroin at an apartment in Kirkop. 44 year-old Ferdinand Onowo, a homeless man from Nigeria was arrested in connection with the seizure. Covert surveillance was put in place and spotted Onowo entering an apartment used by another known player in the drugs trade. After consulting with the duty magistrate, the police broke down the apartment’s door and discovered 1kg of heroin inside the flat. Onowo, who told the court that he was a professional footballer who now worked in construction, pleaded not guilty to the charges.

Source: Libya Today August 09, 2024 12:08 UTC