The police in Neno have found four drums of bitumen (Tar) which are believed to have been stolen from a road maintenance company in the state.

Neno police spokesperson Constable Rebecca Msoliza said on Sunday they received a message from a well-wisher that they saw drum full of tar hidden in another place.

After receiving this message, the police rushed to the spot where they found four barrels.

The Drums were stolen from a company owned by Chinese nationals and the police have launched an investigation to arrest those responsible for hiding the drums.