Rotorua police are aware of possible online sales of illegal synthetic cannabis, says a senior officer.
A story in the Sunday Star-Times yesterday reported synthetic cannabis was still available to buy from sellers advertising on social media sites, such as Facebook, despite being banned last month.
It said a seller advertising on a Rotorua Facebook page had offered an ounce of synthetics for $150, or $50 for a bag.
Rotorua police alcohol harm reduction supervisor Sergeant Mike Membery told the Rotorua Daily Post yesterday police were aware of the online sales.
"There is talk around the streets that it is happening but our inquiries have suggested it could be a lot of talk and not much substance," he said.