Why it matters:
The report highlights the ongoing efforts of Iran's police in combating drug trafficking and reducing social harm caused by addiction, especially as the smuggling and distribution of the drugs have extended into cyberspace.
The big picture
Brigadier General Iraj Kakavand presented a report on the Police's performance in 2024 (1403 in the Persian calendar), detailing the measures taken to identify and dismantle drug trafficking networks and collect habitual drug users. These actions were undertaken to enhance social security and mitigate addiction-related harms.
What he's saying:
General Kakavand: "Four international drug trafficking rings were identified and dismantled. This operation led to the arrest of 20 key individuals and the seizure of four tons of various narcotics, primarily traditional drugs."
"These narcotics originated in a neighboring country and were destined for Europe and Oceania," he added.
Key Points:
- Over 347 tons of drugs were discovered and confiscated last year.
- 1900 active drug trafficking networks were identified, and 230 key individuals were arrested.
- 25% of the narcotics were distributed in the country through WhatsApp and Instagram.
- The Anti-Narcotic Police inflicted over $265 million of damage on the drug-trafficking rings.
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Anti-Narcotics Police equipped with medical devices to monitor drug trafficking
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