28 Arrested in Drug Operation in Elazığ
Palu Gendarmerie Command Cracks Down on Drug Trafficking
In a recent operation conducted by the Provincial Gendarmerie Command Anti-Smuggling and Organized Crime Branch in Palu district, 28 suspects were detained in the fight against drugs.
The operation targeted specific addresses and led to the seizure of a significant amount of illegal substances and drug-related paraphernalia. Among the items confiscated were 742 grams of powdered marijuana, 61 grams of skunk, 5 cartridges of herbal marijuana, and 4 cartridges of methamphetamine. Additionally, 3 precision scales, 4 pistols, a shotgun, and various drug paraphernalia were also seized during the searches.
Following the operation, 21 of the suspects were charged with drug use and subsequently released, while the gendarmerie proceedings against the 7 remaining suspects are ongoing.
This successful operation reflects the unwavering commitment of law enforcement authorities to combat the illegal drug trade and protect the community from the harmful effects of drug trafficking. The Provincial Gendarmerie Command remains dedicated to maintaining the safety and security of the region through continued vigilance and targeted enforcement efforts against organized crime and drug-related activities.
