Police arrest 22 during in anti-drug operations in Dhaka

Police arrest 22 during in anti-drug operations in Dhaka

Dhaka, June 03 - In a concerted effort to combat drug trafficking and consumption, Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) arrested 22 individuals during separate operations across various areas of the capital. The arrests were made within a 24-hour period, concluding at 6:00 am on Monday.

During the operations, police recovered a significant haul of drugs, including 221 yaba pills and 24 grams of heroin from the suspects.

DMP's regular anti-narcotics initiative saw local thana police and the Detective Branch (DB) conducting these drives. The targeted areas included several key locations within the city known for drug-related activities.

In connection with these arrests, a total of 17 cases have been filed at various local police stations under the Narcotics Control Act.-UNB