Eleven individuals were arrested yesterday for dealing in around BD200,000 worth of drugs.
According to the Anti-Narcotics Directorate, the Asian nationals, aged between 20 and 38, were arrested in five separate cases, in which more than 23kg of narcotic substances were seized in co-ordination with the Customs Affairs.
Search operations, investigations and the gathering of information and evidence led to the identification and arrest of the suspects and the seizure of the narcotic substances in their possession, the directorate added.
Necessary legal procedures were followed, and the cases were referred to the Public Prosecution.
The General Directorate of Crime Detection and Forensic Evidence stressed the importance of community co-operation in combating drug-related crimes.
It urged the public to report any information relating to such offences by calling the 996 hotline or by sending an email to 996@interior.gov.bh. Complete confidentiality is assured.
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