Multiple arrests made in major narcotics seizure operation

TDT | Manama

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Several individuals of various nationalities, aged between 20 and 49, were arrested in separate cases for attempting to smuggle and possess approximately 14 kilograms of narcotics, with an estimated street value of over BD24,000.

Carried out by the Anti-Narcotics Directorate at the General Directorate of Criminal Investigation and Forensic Science, in cooperation with Customs Affairs, the arrest was part of the directorate’s ongoing security efforts to protect society from the scourge of drugs and enforce the law.

The directorate explained that upon receiving information about the incidents, investigations and search operations were conducted, leading to the identification and arrest of the suspects, who were found in possession of the narcotics.

Legal measures

The seized substances were secured, and the necessary legal measures were taken before referring the cases to the Public Prosecution.

The Criminal Media Division reaffirmed the continued activation of community partnership through lectures and exhibitions aimed at drug prevention awareness.

It also urged the public to cooperate with security authorities by reporting any information related to drug smuggling or trafficking via the 24-hour hotline 996 or by email at 996@ interior.gov.bh, assuring that all information will be treated with full confidentiality.