Police intercepts marijuana, hard drugs in Kaduna

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February 17, 2016 9:34 AM

Police commissioner displays tons of hard drugs seized from more than 150 suspects

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The Police in Kaduna has intercepted 33 bags of Indian hemp and 34 baskets of hard drugs in Kaduna town. Umar Shehu, Police Commissioner while displaying the items said over 150 suspects were arrested in connection with the seizure adding that they would soon be prosecuted.Umar said 10 bags of Indian hemp in ‘Bacco Bags’, 10 cartoons of hard drugs and 17 jerry cans of liquid toxicant acid were also seized from criminals. “As you can see we recorded this achievement in Kaduna town where we intercepted these drugs. We will continue to do our best in containing this menace in view of the negative consequences of drugs in the society,” The Commissioner said. “Hard drugs are a strong motivation to crime, rape and other vices and we will continue to do our best without a break. As you know, the government of Kaduna state has been supportive and we are grateful,” Umar added.He said the Police is handing over the intercepted drugs to National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).