Police arrested a 39-year-old man after finding 42g of cocaine in his apartment in Limassol on Saturday afternoon.

Members of the drug squad Ykan searched the apartment after a warrant was issued, a police announcement on Sunday said.

The 39-year-old also handed over a bag which was hidden outside the building which contained 4g of cocaine, 13g of cannabis and some cash.

Police in Limassol also arrested two men, aged 29 and 24, who had in their possession 17g of heroin plus a scale.

Investigations showed the 29-year-old was living illegally in Cyprus.