Staff Correspondent
CHITRAL: The Lower Chitral Police destroyed a large quantity of narcotics and locally made liquor seized in various drug-related cases registered across the district over the past year.
The destruction event was held in an open area in the presence of Senior Civil Judge (Admin) Syed Furqan Mashwani, DSP Investigation Hazratuddin and DSP Legal Sher Mohsinul Mulk.
According to the Lower Chitral Police Public Relations Department, the confiscated narcotics included 123 kilograms of hashish, 800 grams of ice (crystal methamphetamine), 700 grams of opium, 1,200 grams of heroin and 153 litres of locally made liquor.
The seized drugs and alcohol were set on fire in the presence of judicial and police officials after being presented before the court.
The narcotics had been recovered in connection with different cases registered at various police stations across Lower Chitral during the past year.
The operation reflects the ongoing efforts of Lower Chitral Police to combat drug trafficking and prevent the spread of narcotics in the district.
Police reiterated their commitment to taking action against drug-related activities and protecting the local community from the harmful effects of substance abuse.
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