- Seizures also include 307 sheets of chemically soaked paper, 151 grams of narcotics and two precision scales
The Directorate-General for Drug Control has arrested four men in three separate cases in Farwaniya, Riqqa and Dhahr, seizing large quantities of narcotics and psychotropic substances allegedly intended for trafficking and personal use.
According to a Ministry of Interior statement, the seizures included 1,010 Lyrica capsules and 307 sheets of A4 paper soaked in a chemical liquid. Officers also seized 100 grams of marijuana, 51 grams of methamphetamine, commonly known as crystal meth, and two precision scales.
The ministry said the necessary legal procedures had been taken against the four suspects. They, along with the seized substances and equipment, were referred to the competent authorities for further action. The operation is part of the department’s efforts to combat drug-related offences and curb the promotion of narcotic and psychotropic substances in the country.