Tobruk – The Anti-Narcotics Agency, Tobruk branch, confiscated a large hashish shipment. This occurred on Monday. The drugs were intended for smuggling to Al-Jabal al-Akhdar. The operation followed precise intelligence about drug transport. An ambush was set up to stop the vehicle. The car carried 23 kilograms of hashish. The drugs were divided into 230 pieces. Their market value is estimated at 460,000 Libyan Dinars. The agency’s official statement clarified this. The driver and seized items were referred to competent authorities. This is for completing necessary legal procedures.
In a related context, the agency’s Tripoli branch made an arrest. They apprehended three individuals. The suspects were involved in promoting Lyrica hallucinogenic pills. They possessed 435 pills. The agency confirmed these arrests. The detainees confessed to promoting and selling these drugs within the capital. Legal measures were taken against them. They were referred to the Anti-Narcotics Prosecution for further investigation.
In Al-Khums, the Anti-Narcotics Agency announced another arrest. They apprehended a criminal gang. The gang was accused of drug trafficking. The agency’s Al-Murqub branch stopped the suspects. They found 20,918 narcotic pills in their possession. These included Tramadol, Lyrica, and Rouge. Additionally, 8.5 kilograms of hashish were seized. The agency affirmed ongoing investigations with the accused. All necessary legal measures are being taken. The goal is to curb drug trafficking. It also aims to protect public security in various Libyan cities. This strengthens the effectiveness of security campaigns. These campaigns target economic and drug crimes.