Police arrested a 57-year-old man late on Tuesday in connection with the seizure of more than nine kilogrammes of cocaine in Limassol last year.

In August last year, police discovered more than 9kg of cocaine, in what authorities described as an ongoing investigation into drug possession, supply and money laundering.

A 45-year-old man was arrested at the time of the seizure. Officers also found 42 boxes of duty-free cigarettes and €2,525 in his possession.

New evidence links the 57-year-old man to the case, and he was arrested.

He is due to appear before Limassol District Court on Wednesday.

A court case is ongoing against the 45-year-old, police said.