ANF arrests 8 suspects, seizes over 79kg of narcotics in nationwide operations
The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) in Pakistan conducted eight nationwide operations, resulting in the arrest of eight suspects and the seizure of over 79kg of narcotics. The drugs, including crystal meth and hashish, were recovered from airports, bus terminals, and courier offices.
Why it matters
These operations highlight ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking and maintain public safety in Pakistan.
RAWALPINDI - The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) conducted eight operations across the country and arrested 8 suspects and seized 79.154 kilograms(kgs) of narcotics worth more than Rs 6.8 million, an ANF spokesman said on Monday.
During two operations at Islamabad International Airport, ANF recovered 3.2 kgs of crystal meth (ice) concealed in the lining of a travel bag and inside a pair of shoes from the luggage of a passenger bound for Jeddah and arrested the suspect. In a separate operation, 1.124 kgs of ice was recovered from the luggage of a passenger travelling to Kuwait, who was also taken into custody.
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